Spinoff story

Drunk Driver Testing

A real-world story of NASA technology finding a life beyond the mission.

About this technology

Overview

Systems Technology, Inc. developed a technique to study/measure behavioral changes brought on by long term isolation is now being used in a system for determining whether a driver is too drunk to drive. Device is intended to discourage intoxicated drivers from taking to the road by advising them they are in no condition to operate a vehicle. System is being tested experimentally in California.