Road technology

[Old Koreelah]

Lots of interesting ideas in this short video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4mKGgjPWEw

[onetrack]

The hollow curbing that acts as an excess water drain is a brilliant idea, as is the strip lighting on the road edges. Some of the other ideas are not particularly practical. Cost is the greatest consideration in all these schemes.

[red750]

Melbourne's Citylink tunnels are being fitted with bands of lighting which move along the tunnel at the speed limit in the hope that it will keep drivers at the speed limit. The speed can be remotely controlled to slow down the traffic in the event of a collision or other hazard.

 

[red750]

Here is video of the tunnel lighting. One of the problems with the Burnley Tunnel is that it has a steep exit ramp, which causes drivers to slow down, resulting in congestion. It is hoped this lighting will encourage drivers to maintain their speed and keep the exit clear.

 

https://fb.watch/jgaNxwwHpB/