AI-Powered In-Cabin Experiences: Neonode and Epicnpoc Strengthen Partnership

Neonode and Epicnpoc sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to include Neonode’s Driver and In-Cabin Monitoring System in the BOWL no-code prototyping platform, allowing car manufacturers and tier one automotive suppliers to rapidly create in-cabin experiences using real-time image processing.

Pioneering AI-Powered Automotive Solutions

Neonode is delighted to strengthen the partnership with Epicnpoc to bring our proprietary MultiSensing® technology to the forefront of in-cabin design. MultiSensing is Neonode's proprietary AI computing software that powers advanced driver and in-cabin monitoring features in vehicles, which will now be a key feature in Epicnpoc’s BOWL® platform. Starting from December 2024, the system will be showcased in a simulated cockpit at Maison de l'Intelligence Artificielle (The House of Artificial Intelligence), a public space in France dedicated to fostering innovation and understanding of AI technologies. This venue provides visitors with an interactive hands-on environment for exploring cutting-edge AI applications from across the globe.

About BOWL®: Transforming Prototyping in Automotive

Epicnpoc specializes in providing tools and services for the automotive and smart cockpit industries. Their flagship product, BOWL®, is a powerful no-code platform for designing seamless in-cabin user experiences by combining powerful modular hardware and software components that allow for rapid prototyping and iterative development. The platform includes a comprehensive set of pre-integrated tools from leading suppliers, including digital clusters, e-mirrors, audio systems, interior/exterior lighting, simulation software and Neonode’s zForce® technology for any-surface interaction. With the new addition of Neonode’s DMS, automotive designers can now prototype sophisticated safety and in-cabin features, leveraging real-time AI image processing to enhance user experience and safety.

Scalable and Hardware-Agnostic Driver and In-cabin Monitoring

Neonode’s DMS is designed for seamless integration into all vehicle types, offering flexibility for any cabin design. Its hardware-agnostic approach allows compatibility with various camera types and camera placements making it an excellent addition to the BOWL platform. The system employs advanced machine learning and sensor fusion to process data from cameras and other sensors, enabling context-aware insights such as driver alertness, hand position, gaze tracking and cabin occupancy.

Olivier Cros, Sales Director at Epicnpoc, emphasized, “Neonode’s DMS stood out for its flexible, software-based design, which facilitates long-term feature updates and integrations. We’ve had great success working with Neonode’s zForce technology and are excited to expand our collaboration.”

Demonstrating Advanced Automotive AI

Built on Neonode’s proprietary MultiSensing® platform, the DMS leverages sophisticated artificial intelligence to interpret sensor data with exceptional accuracy. The platform is designed to meet high ethical standards, ensuring user privacy and trust. A cornerstone of its AI capabilities is the use of high-quality synthetic data for training, providing the system with an extensive array of scenarios to enhance detection accuracy for objects, gestures and human expressions.

Peter Friedrichsen, Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Automotive at Neonode, stated, “We’re proud to deepen our partnership with Epicnpoc. Our DMS offers more than eye-tracking; it opens up new design possibilities, enabling manufacturers to create next-generation in-cabin experiences through the BOWL platform.”

Experience the Future at Maison de l'Intelligence Artificielle

Visitors to Maison de l'Intelligence Artificielle in France can experience Epicnpoc’s cockpit simulation, showcasing how AI-driven innovations like Neonode’s DMS are shaping the future of automotive design. This interactive exhibit offers insights into how AI can improve road safety, enhance driving comfort and deliver smarter vehicles. The simulator is open to automakers, AI researchers, students and AI enthusiasts and it provides a firsthand look at the transformative potential of automotive AI.

For more information, visit: www.maison-intelligence-artificielle.com

About Epicnpoc

Epicnpoc helps businesses accelerate the creation of smart product experiences. With expertise in design and software engineering, the company has successfully developed over 25 high-profile proof-of-concepts for global corporations, and educational research institutions. Epicnpoc’s tools and platforms enable rapid prototyping and emotional product interactions. Learn more at epicnpoc.com.