Advantages of Forward Firing Radar-Based Speed Cameras

Introduction

As technology has advanced, so has the field of speed enforcement. In this case study, we explore the advantages of using forward-firing radar-based mobile speed cameras over the older side-firing radar-based cameras.

Higher accuracy

Compared to older side-firing sensors, modern radar sensors that use multiple forward-firing beams offer several advantages. First and foremost, vehicles remain inside the field of view for much longer. This longer period of observation allows for more precise tracking of a vehicle's position and speed, resulting in higher accuracy when measuring a vehicle's speed.

Better classification

Another advantage of forward-firing radar-based cameras is that they achieve better classification. The camera is better able to differentiate between vehicle types, such as cars, trucks and motorcycles, because it has a longer period of observation in which to gather information about each vehicle.

Reduced occlusion

Occlusion, or the obstruction of the radar signal by other objects such as cars travelling in other lanes, is also less likely to occur with forward-firing cameras. Since vehicles are tracked over a longer period as they drive through the field of view, occlusion rarely happens.

Trajectory analysis and coverage

Intertraff radar speed sensors, used in our D-Cop Mobile speed enforcement camera, are especially effective at trajectory analysis and the tracking of vehicles. Thanks to their high coverage, vehicle positions can be tracked for up to 100 metres and over a 100-degree field of view. This level of coverage is essential for ensuring that all vehicles are accurately tracked and monitored for speeding across multiple-lane scenarios.

Flexible mounting

A further advantage of forward-firing cameras is their flexibility in mounting position. Whether placed on the roadside, in the middle of the road or on a gantry, the forward-firing camera can provide the best coverage. By looking along the road, the mounting position becomes more flexible, allowing for greater coverage and more effective speed enforcement.

Conclusion

The use of forward-firing radar-based mobile speed cameras offers several advantages over older side-firing cameras. With their higher accuracy, better classification and reduced occlusion, forward-firing cameras are becoming the preferred option for many police forces. Our D-Cop Mobile speed enforcement camera, which uses a forward-firing radar, is capable of monitoring up to 8 lanes of traffic simultaneously, making it an ideal choice for effective speed enforcement. By investing in our technology, police forces can better ensure the safety of their communities and reduce the number of accidents caused by speeding.