Gesture Recognition Using mm-Wave Sensor for Human-Car Interface

This article details the development of a gesture recognition technique using a mm-wave radar sensor for in-car infotainment control. Gesture recognition is becoming a more prominent form of human-computer interaction and can be used in the automotive industry to provide a safe and intuitive control interface that will limit driver distraction. We use a 60 GHz mm-wave radar sensor to detect precise features of fine motion. Specific gesture features are extracted and used to build a machine learning engine that can perform real-time gesture recognition. This article discusses the user requirements and in-car environmental constraints that influenced design decisions. Accuracy results of the technique are presented, and recommendations for further research and improvements are made.