Ultrasonic Sensors

Brigade ultrasonic sensors help commercial vehicle drivers detect pedestrians, cyclists and obstacles in blind spots. Improve safety, reduce collisions and enhance manoeuvring with ultrasonic obstacle detection systems.
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Why Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors?

Reducing blind spots and improving driver visibility are important issues for operators of road-going vehicles. Over the past few years, safety devices such as additional mirrors or camera systems that give wider viewing angles have become commonplace and even mandatory under blind spot legislation. However, despite an increase in visibility, collisions with other vehicles, fixed objects, cyclists, workers and even pedestrians, remain high.
An obstacle detection system using ultrasonic sensors can minimize both vehicle damage and collisions with pedestrians or cyclists. Perfect for road-going commercial vehicles operating in confined spaces or manoeuvring at low speed, the detection system alerts the driver of obstacles close to the vehicle, whether moving or stationary. An audible and/or visual in-cab warning informs of distance, whilst an optional external speaking alarm can be added to alert cyclists and pedestrians that the vehicle is turning.
Brigade Ultrasonic sensor fitted to the side of a truck
Brigade Ultrasonic Sensor
Brigade Ultrasonic Sensor

Brigade Ultrasonic Sensor Systems

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Frontscan®

4 sensor system fitted to the front of the vehicle. Particularly relevant for front blind spots on high cabs where low objects or pedestrians can be hidden. 

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Brigade Backscan® 4 sensor ultrasonic system detection illustration

Backscan®

3 sensor system fitted to near side corner of vehicle cab to detect objects in the front near side blind spot. Minimizes the risk of damage to the vehicle whilst manoeuvring and turning whilst reversing.

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Cornerscan®

3 sensor system fitted to near side corner of vehicle cab to detect objects in the front near side blind spot. Minimizes the risk of damage to the vehicle whilst manoeuvring and turning whilst reversing.

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Sidescan®

4 sensor systems are fitted to the side of the vehicle. Particularly relevant for the near-side blind spot, where cyclists or pedestrians can otherwise go undetected.

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Sidescan® Flex

4 sensor system which offers multiple side detection configurations, allowing operators to tailor the system to different vehicle types and operational requirements.

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Brigade Stepscan™ nearside step blind spot sensor detection system

Stepscan™

2 sensor system fitted to nearside cab step. Minimizes the risk of damage to the vehicle when turning whilst reversing.

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Brigade UDS On-Screen Display Module

UDS On-Screen Display Module

Warns the driver of obstacles close to the vehicle by overlaying 3-stage audible and visual ultrasonic data onto the camera image on the monitor.

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Benefits

Ultrasonic Sensors

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Blind Spot Detection

Detects pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles and fixed objects in areas that may not be visible to the driver, helping improve awareness around the vehicle.

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Improved Vulnerable Road User Safety

Helps drivers identify pedestrians and cyclists operating close to the vehicle, reducing risks in busy urban and operational environments.

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Reduced Collision Risk

Provides early audible and visual warnings when obstacles are detected, helping prevent low-speed incidents and costly accidents.

Enhanced Driver Confidence

Supports safer manoeuvring by giving drivers greater awareness of their surroundings when reversing, turning and operating in confined spaces.

Flexible Vehicle Protection

Available for front, rear, side, corner and step blind spots, allowing operators to tailor protection to specific vehicle types and applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do obstacle detection systems on buses work?

Obstacle detection systems use sensors to monitor areas around the vehicle that may be difficult for the driver to see. When a pedestrian, cyclist, vehicle or object enters the detection zone, the system provides audible and visual warnings to help the driver react and avoid a collision.

How do ultrasonic sensors help with truck blind spots?

Ultrasonic sensors use sound waves to detect objects within predefined blind spot areas around a truck. When an obstacle is detected, the system alerts the driver, helping improve awareness of pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles and fixed objects that may otherwise go unnoticed.

What are the different types of vehicle sensor systems?

Vehicle sensor systems are designed to monitor specific blind spots around a vehicle. Common types include rear reversing sensors, front blind spot detection systems, side detection systems, corner detection systems and step detection systems. Each solution helps improve visibility and safety during low-speed manoeuvres.

Brigade’s range of ultrasonic sensors are designed to monitor these critical blind spots around a vehicle.

What kind of sensors can detect cyclists next to a truck?

Side-mounted ultrasonic sensors can help detect cyclists travelling alongside a truck within the nearside blind spot. These systems provide audible and visual warnings to alert the driver when a cyclist enters the monitored detection area.

Why are blind spot sensors important for construction equipment safety?

Construction vehicles and mobile plant often operate in challenging environments with restricted visibility. Blind spot sensors help detect workers, vehicles and obstacles around the machine, improving operator awareness and reducing the risk of collisions.

Can an obstacle detection system be connected to a camera monitor?

Yes. Some obstacle detection systems can be integrated with camera monitor systems, allowing sensor warnings to be displayed directly on the camera image. This helps drivers view obstacle detection alerts and camera footage on a single screen, improving situational awareness.

This can be achieved with Brigade Cameras and Ultrasonic Sensors with UDS On-Screen Display Module.

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Case Studies

Ferroberica

Ferroberica

Discover how Ferroberica improved production, in 2021 by completely renewing its vehicle fleet with a total of 7 telescopic handlers which have been fitted with Brigade’s Frontscan® and Sidescan® ultrasonic detection sensor systems to the front and side of the vehicle and bbs-tek® white-sound acoustic warning system.

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