Traffic speed camera
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Traffic speed camera
Traffic speed camera. Computer artwork of a traffic speed camera marked by yellow and black warning stripes. The camera has been triggered by a speeding vehicle and is taking a picture (as shown by the flash) of the vehicles numberplate. The camera measures a vehicles speed using either radio waves or piezoelectric strips embedded in the road. The photograph also records the time, date, location and speed of the vehicle. The film is recovered and processed at regular intervals, and notices are issued to drivers. The warning markings are needed to make the cameras visible to drivers, as required by law in the UK
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This print captures the essence of modern traffic surveillance technology. In this computer artwork, we see a traffic speed camera adorned with eye-catching yellow and black warning stripes. The camera has been triggered by a speeding vehicle, evident from the sudden flash that illuminates the scene. Its primary purpose is to capture an image of the vehicle's number plate as evidence. Utilizing advanced methods such as radio waves or piezoelectric strips embedded in the road, this sophisticated machine accurately measures a vehicle's speed. But its capabilities don't end there; it also records crucial information like time, date, location, and speed of the offending vehicle. Regularly recovered and processed film allows law enforcement authorities to issue notices to drivers who have violated speed limits. These cameras serve as both deterrents and tools for maintaining road safety. The distinctive warning markings on these cameras are mandated by UK law to ensure visibility for drivers. This illustration highlights how technology intertwines with our daily lives in pursuit of creating safer roads. While some may view these devices as symbols of a "Big Brother" society or police state, they undeniably play a vital role in enforcing laws against speeding offenses and enhancing overall traffic control measures. In this thought-provoking image captured by Science Photo Library, we witness how technological advancements continue to shape our world while prioritizing public safety on our roads.
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