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Futuristic Road Technologies That Are Happening Now
According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, 1.3 million people die on the road every year. With the concerns for road safety on the rise, it is important to make the roads we drive on as safe as our vehicles. As a result, automobile manufacturers are turning their focus on roadside assistance to make travel safe and exciting.
The importance of preparing for the risk of an accident is essential for keeping your family safe. Thanks to hi-tech materials, sensor networks, and science, roads are becoming smarter and more precise.
Smart Traffic Management
As city leaders and residents turn to data for an efficient commute, adaptive signals are becoming the best way to remove the terror of traffic. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 11 million Americans drive for more than an hour on their way to work. What’s more, nearly 600,000 residents spend as much as 90 minutes per way. With the invention of smart apps, drivers are able to connect with local traffic systems and re-route their commute. In fact, Ace Transportation owner, Bill Busbice Jr. developed the HWY Pro App, which help solves trucking issues like driver shortages, organized loads, and communication to third parties.
Early Collision Warning Systems
Designed to detect danger, the formal collision warning system is extremely helpful in preventing the risk of potential accidents. The technology relies on the use of radar to scan for any presence of pedestrians, vehicles, and even animals as well as monitor the distance between the vehicle and speed. Companies like Hyundai, Volvo, Toyota, and Volkswagen are already including this technology in their latest models.
Roads That Charge E-vehicles
Developed by the Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, the Online Electric Vehicle receives wireless power through Shaped Magnetic Field in Resonance technology. With a battery that is just one-third of the size of a regular electric vehicle, drivers will benefit from removing the need to stop at an e-charging station.
Solar Roads
What started out as a minor project to install solar panels on glass roads is now fully equipped with microprocessors and LEDs. Solar roadways involve the use of renewable glass that is stronger than steel and friendly to the environment. Despite being glass, engineers claim that the surface helps cars to stop safely, even at high speeds.
Now that more cities are acknowledging the benefits of these technologies, drivers should expect to experience smart roads for better safety and travel. Hopefully, there will be more upcoming technology to improve our road and the environment.
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