Vehicle height laser detection system

Transport for Cape Town (TCT) recently installed a 3D laser detection system in Muizenberg to prevent vehicles with a height of over 2.5m from crashing into the low railway bridge at Atlantic Road.

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Summary

The laser scans both lanes all day, while the system controller determines whether a detected vehicle is over the stipulated height. If the system determines that the over-height vehicle is in the turning lane or straddling both lanes, it triggers the LED flasher. If a vehicle is over the admitted height but not in the turning lane, the system records the event but does not trigger the LED system. The LED flasher will flash for a configurable amount of time, typically 40 seconds. The system can also be remotely monitored at the Transport Management Centre.

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Transport for Cape Town (TCT)

Chalenge

The railway bridge crossing Atlantic Road in Muizenberg is notorious for crashes, because road users underestimate the height of their vehicles or load,” said Cape Town Councilor Brett Herron. Herron said a warning system was required to improve the safety of road users and to prevent crashes into the bridge. TCT officials proposed a 3D laser detection system – a first for Cape Town – following international research.

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Benefits

A great success so far

Although it is too early to determine the success of the new system, it is noteworthy that no crashes have occurred since it started operating on 1 June.

External links

https://mybroadband.co.za/news/gadgets/168453-how-cape-towns-impressive-new-3d-laser-detection-system-works.html