Keynote
Monday, December 09
09:15 AM - 09:45 AM
Live in Dearborn, Michigan
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Ensuring optimal driver situational awareness is crucial for enhancing safety and driving efficiency. August explores the advanced methodologies of in-cabin sensing systems designed to provide drivers with the right information at the right time, preventing information overload and decision paralysis. By integrating real-time data analysis and adaptive feedback mechanisms, these systems can dynamically adjust the type and amount of information relayed to the driver based on the driving context and the driver’s current state. Attendees will gain insights into the latest developments in sensor technology, human-machine interfaces, and the psychological aspects of information processing in the driving environment.
In this presentation, you will deep dive into:
Maureen (Short) August is a Lab Group Manager at General Motors Research and Development. She has a background in the military, having graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and served as an Engineer Officer in the U.S. Army. She later worked as a Senior Systems Engineer and Director of Curriculum for the Army's Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Program.
At General Motors, Maureen has held various roles, including being a human factors expert in Safety, a capture manager for GM Defense, and currently, she focuses on information display and simulation. She holds advanced degrees, including an MS in Engineering Management from Missouri S&T, an ME in Systems Engineering from the University of Virginia, and a PhD in Systems and Engineering Management from Texas Tech University.
The Pop in Your Job – What drives you? Why do you love your job?
I love having an impact on people’s lives. The ability to improve the safety, trust, and comfort for our customers is something that drives our work at GM. Working with smart people who are passionate about making our customer’s lives better is our driving force.