Project goals
According to the Specialist, the older model was inhibited by significant overhead lines and the shadow casting effect during the hours of darkness. An evaluation determined that when a shadow is cast into the camera during the night, this was being detected as vehicular movement, resulting in less than accurate responses.
The new Autoscope Rack Vision will allow for more precise detection and differentiation, given the zoom technology and more sophisticated response features.
Additionally, whilst the cameras are being used for vehicle detection, they also have the capability to capture traffic data, including vehicle speed, length, and turning movements, all of which can be used for future studies.
