General Information
The Microsoft HoloLens 2 is a state-of-the-art mixed reality headset that enables immersive, real-time interaction with digital content in the physical world. Designed for enterprise and research applications, it offers a unique platform for simulating, visualizing, and analyzing complex systems—making it particularly valuable in the field of transportation safety and driver behavior research.
With its advanced spatial mapping, eye and hand tracking, and voice interaction capabilities, HoloLens 2 allows researchers to create controlled, repeatable, and interactive driving scenarios. These can be used to study human responses to ADAS technologies, distraction, and situational awareness in a safe, virtual environment.
Potential Research Applications in Driving Safety and ADAS
- Driver Distraction and Attention Monitoring
Use eye tracking and gaze analytics to study how drivers interact with in-vehicle systems and how attention shifts under different conditions. - ADAS Interface Prototyping and Testing
Simulate and evaluate user interfaces for adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, and collision warnings in a mixed reality cockpit. - Cognitive Load and Multitasking Studies
Assess how drivers process multiple streams of information (e.g., navigation, alerts, infotainment) and how this affects reaction time and decision-making. - Training and Simulation for Emergency Scenarios
Create immersive training modules for emergency maneuvers, hazard perception, and ADAS override situations. - Human Factors in Vehicle Design
Visualize and test dashboard layouts, HUDs, and control placements using spatial anchoring and gesture-based interaction. - Remote Collaboration in Vehicle Testing
Enable real-time collaboration between engineers, designers, and researchers during vehicle prototyping and testing phases.
3. Technical Specifications (Relevant to Driving Research)
| Specification | Value / Description |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Untethered Mixed Reality Headset |
| Display | See-through holographic lenses (waveguides), 2k 3:2 resolution per eye |
| Field of View | 96.1° diagonal |
| Eye Tracking | Dual IR cameras for real-time gaze tracking |
| Hand Tracking | Fully articulated hand tracking with gesture recognition |
| Voice Interaction | Integrated with Microsoft Speech Services |
| Spatial Mapping | Real-time 3D scanning of physical environments |
| Sensors | IMU (accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer), depth sensor, 4 head-tracking cameras |
| Audio | Spatial sound with 5-microphone array |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Battery Life | 2–3 hours of active use |
| Weight | ~566 grams |
| Security | Windows Hello with iris recognition |