Seeing Machines Ltd (AIM:SEE, OTC:SEEMF) said it entered into a collaboration agreement with Collins Aerospace, the world's largest Tier 1 avionics company, to deliver eye-tracking technology for monitoring pilot fatigue to the aviation industry.
The advanced computer vision technology company said the two companies will work together to deliver Seeing Macnines’ eye-tracking technology solutions to commercial air transport, business, military, rotary wing, general aviation and flight training customers to address improved safety for both pilot training and flight operations.
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The collaboration agreement gives Collins access to Seeing Machines' eye-tracking advanced optics, embedded processing, human factors and algorithm expertise to support the development of its Collins Pilot Support System (PSS).
"As the aviation industry looks to the future of intelligent aircraft design, understanding the cognitive state of the pilot and crew is paramount," said Christophe Blanc, vice president & general manager, Business & Regional Avionics for Collins Aerospace. "Pilot workload and wellbeing are key focus areas of our avionics design, and this partnership will allow us to further support the pilots and their needs."
Paul McGlone, chief executive officer of Seeing Machines, added "Our work with Collins to deploy eye-tracking technology for pilots aims to deliver a scalable implementation model across the aviation industry. We anticipate exciting advancements for Seeing Machines as we leverage Collins' expertise and market leadership position in avionics and aircraft systems."