The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has widened the scope of the Smart Pedestrian Signals project in Dubai to cover 15 new locations after a successful trial on Al Saadah Street.
The project is part of RTA’s efforts to realise the objectives of the Smart City initiative, a statement said, adding that the technology is a first for the region.
Maitha bin Adai, CEO of RTA’s Traffic and Roads Agency said: “Smart Pedestrian Signals had been installed in several hotspots of Dubai including Al Muraqqabat, Al Rigga, Al Mankhoul, Baniyas, 2nd of December Street, Al Maktoum and Sheikh Khalifa Streets.
“They were also introduced at Al Barsha and City Walk districts. The initiative is part of RTA’s plans in support of the Smart City initiative of Dubai Government.”
The Smart Pedestrian Signals technology is run by a system based on sensors connected to a ground optical system synchronised with the signal’s light operation.
It allows a safe crossing for the largest possible number of pedestrians in a smooth manner without impacting the movement of vehicles, she said.
“The system is bound to raise the safety of pedestrians who need a time longer than the average crossing time such as seniors, people of determination, and people with luggage or strollers. It will also improve the vehicular flow as a result of eliminating the pedestrian mode in case no pedestrians are detected on the pavement which offers additional time to motorists,” she added.
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