Common ADAS Terms and Abbreviations

ADAS calibration is a new world for many, and it can be confusing to the uninitiated. Below we discuss some of the most common terms and abbreviations.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW): These are systems which warn the drier if it is leaving its lane, and alert the driver with visual, audible, or vibration warnings. More advanced technologies like Lane Keep Assist (LKA) may even subtly guide the driver to keep the vehicle in its lane.

Front Collision Warning (FCW): The system monitors the vehicle ahead of it, and provides a warning if a collision ahead of it or engaging in automatic braking, helping avoid a crash. The sensors involved are typically radar sensors.

Rear Collision Warning (RCW): This informs the driver if another vehicle is approaching from either direction when the vehicle is in reverse. Most commonly helpful in backing out of a parking space. The sensors involved also typically involve radar sensors.

Blind Spot Detection (BSD): Helps the driver monitor their blind spot, i.e. right ahead of the side mirrors' field-of-view. Most commonly a visual alert is served, or cameras may activate, when changing lanes.

All View Monitor (AVM): Cameras that provide a 360-degree view of your car's surroundings. Calibration is necessary to have a seamless 360-degree view.

Night Vision (NV): These are systems that extend the perception of the driver beyond the reach of the headlamps. Typically a "night view" screen is displayed on the dashboard, the infotainment screen, or the heads-up display.