Applying map databases to advanced navigation and driver assistance systems

Navigation map databases have evolved during the last 10 years in coverage, content and accuracy to such a degree that they are being used (and consid ered) for applications beyond vehicle navigation. For a number of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in Europe and North America, the navigatio n maps are being enhanced to offer new functions. This will complement dyna mic route guidance, with location referencing, descriptions of delays, floa ting car data and re-routeing, all requiring developments in traffic manage ment, road capacity balancing and routing algorithms.