New technology is being fitted at one of Melbourne’s high-crash intersections to improve road safety.
Specialist light detection and ranging (LIDAR) sensors will monitor the intersection in the Yarraville area of the Australian city and analyse all crashes and near misses.
One third of deaths and 44 percent of serious injuries on Victoria’s roads occur at intersections.
The technology will also provide real-time warnings of potential hazards to vehicles fitted with connected technology.
This is the first time LIDAR technology has been used in this way in Australia.
“A third of road fatalities in Victoria happen at intersections – this trial will give us important insights on how to boost safety at intersections and keep more Victorians safe,” said Jaala Pulford, Minister for Roads, Roads Safety and the TAC.
“Victoria has always led the way in connected and automated vehicle technology, this is another way we’re making our infrastructure and policies support the uptake of this life-saving technology.”
