As cases of children suffering heatstroke or even death due to being left in vehicles remain high, Tesla is researching a new motion detection sensor that can detect children leftleftin the car.

Tesla is researching a new sensor that can monitor whether children are left in the vehicle

According to Reuters, Tesla is applying for permission from the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to promote this technology. However, the technology will use unlicensed millimeter-wave radar sensors with power levels higher than those permitted by current regulations.

In its application, Tesla stated that the device can be used to "reduce the risk of heatstroke or even death in children due to overheating inside the vehicle, protect occupants from injury through airbag deployment and seatbelt reminder functions, and enhance the anti-theft system."

Tesla is researching a new sensor that can monitor whether children areleftleft in the vehicle

Tesla intends to use radar imaging to determine body size, enabling it to distinguish between adults and children. Tesla stated that this technology can help cars "optimize airbags, making them more effective than existing weight-based seat sensor systems." However, it is currently unclear when and how this sensor will appear in Tesla vehicles.

Tesla is researching a new sensor that can monitor whether children areleftleft in the vehicle

Tesla has already implemented various safety measures inside and outside its vehicles. For owners who need to leave pets in the car, "Dog Mode" keeps the vehicle at a suitable temperature and displays a message to passersby on the central large screen. On the other hand, "Sentry Mode" uses the car's external cameras to monitor nearby motion and identify potential threats via the alarm system.

In recent years, other automakers have also upgraded their technologies to help reduce the number of children suffering heatstroke or even death due to being left in vehicles.