C-Walk / SafeWalk

Video detection pedestrian sensors FLIR’s pedestrian detection sensors are improving safety and efficiency at signalized intersections and pedestrian crossings. Detection of pedestrians allows for the dynamic control of traffic lights and warning lights, such as flashing beacons or in-road lighting FLIR’s pedestrian sensors combine a video camera and detector in one unit. The sensors make use of predefined detection zones (“virtual loops”), superimposed on the video image. As soon as a pedestrian enters the predefined zone, a detection output is sent to the traffic light controller, enabling the activation of dynamic traffic signal schemes. C-Walk: detection of crossing pedestrians SafeWalk: detection of waiting and approaching, curbside pedestrians Pedestrian detection for traffic light control FLIR’s pedestrian presence sensors are a safer and more efficient alternative to push buttons. Research has shown that 70% of pedestrians will cross the road without waiting for the green signal after pushing the button. This results in unnecessary interruption of traffic flows and in more traffic congestion. In contrast, pedestrian detection will drop the green call when pedestrians are no longer waiting to cross. While pedestrians are crossing, pedestrian detection will extend the red light signal for vehicles to enable a safe passage. Pedestrian detection for activation of warning lights Warning lights can effectively enhance driver awareness and reduce risks for pedestrians. However, traditional, continuously flashing warning signals will have a reduced effect, because motorists do not receive any real stimulus to change driving behavior. C-Walk and SafeWalk are more effective, because they activate warning lights, such as in-road lighting or flashing beacons, only when pedestrians enter a pre-defined detection zone. Fast & easy installation Quick and simple installation Sensors can be mounted on existing infrastructure User-friendly system configuration Configure the sensor on your laptop in less than five minutes. Use camera images to position detection zones Verify detection on MPEG-4 streaming video.