# Emotion-Detecting Cameras Researchers Introduce Emotion-Detecting Camera for Cars By Itai Buenahora | Published 2014-03-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cameras-for-cars References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/in-car-facial-recognition-detects-angry-drivers-to-prev-1543709793) & [phys.org](http://phys.org/news/2014-03-emotion-detectors-safer.html) Researchers at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, working alongside PSA Peugeot Citroen, bring forth an [emotion-detecting automobile camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-intelligence), with facial recognition that enables drivers to identify drivers and their emotions. The emotional state of a driver can be a risk factor, and this concept helps identify any of the seven universal emotions that drivers around you may be experiencing. Using an infrared camera placed behind the steering wheel, drivers can now get a better idea of the emotional state of people sharing the road with them. These researchers, who specialize in facial detection, monitoring, and analysis, knew that there is a wide arrange of emotions among people and how they express them, so they zeroed down on two of the more predominant emotions on the road; [anger and disgust](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-mood-ring). This is certain to get you out of sticky situations that you can now be better prepared for. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Emotion-detection Technology:** Developing emotion-detection technology can help businesses understand and cater to customers' emotional states. - **Facial Recognition Software:** Advancements in facial recognition software can revolutionize industries such as security and marketing. - **Driver Behavior Analysis:** Utilizing driver behavior analysis can enhance road safety and prevent accidents caused by emotional states. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry stands to benefit from emotion-detecting cameras to improve driver safety and overall experience. - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore opportunities in developing and integrating emotion-detecting cameras for various applications. - **Healthcare:** Applying emotion-detection technology in healthcare settings can assist in understanding and managing patients' emotional well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intoxication-Indicating AI Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunkdriving-detection.md) - [Emotion-Sensing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emteq-labs-sense.md) - [AI-Powered Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextbase-iq.md) - [In-Car Stress-Reducing Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harman-ready-care.md) - [Collision Avoidance Dash Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minieye-dash-cam.md) - [Drunk Driving Detection Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-driving-detection.md) - [Rideshare Safety Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridecare.md) - [Mood-Enhancing Car Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fri-air-purifier.md) - [Emoting-Grille Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-vision-dee.md)