The eCall IHeERO project is a new technology for manual or automatic emergency calls in the event of a serious car collision. This solution is intended to harmonise the response to road emergencies throughout Europe, helping drivers and passengers quickly and effectively in the event of an accident.
Promoters:
• IEP Interface Centre – Portuguese Electrotechnical Institute;
• Developed in partnership with a broad consortium including companies, research organisations and cooperatives;
Challenges Addressed:
The developments carried out under this project have made it possible, among other things:
• Save the lives of drivers and passengers;
• Harmonise responses to road emergencies across Europe.
Practical Benefits for Society:
Following the completion of eCall IHeERO, a number of benefits have been realised, such as:
• Faster and more effective assistance in the event of an accident;
• Compliance with new European rules.
