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With the Doppler effect and artificial intelligence, the new radars go beyond speed and promise to make highways safer for everyone.
If you're one of those people who keeps an eye on speed cameras to avoid fines, it's good to know that enforcement will now be even stricter. In tests on the BR-050, on the stretch that passes through Uberaba (MG), the new speed cameras are here to do much more than just record speed. These new devices incorporate advanced technologies, such as Doppler effect and artificial intelligencel, to catch traffic violations more accurately and, of course, ensure greater safety on the highways.
What are the new traffic radars?
The new traffic radars are equipment that use modern technologies to monitor not only speed, but also other types of violations. In addition to identifying those exceeding the speed limit, these radars can detect red light running, illegal turns and other dangerous practices.
Instead of just being fixed radars that capture instantaneous speed, these new radars monitor the time it takes for the vehicle to travel a specific stretch, calculating the average speed of the journey.
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On BR-050, for example, two new radars were installed 11 kilometers apart, at km 171 and 182. If the driver completes the journey in less than 11 minutes, the system interprets that he was above the speed limit. For now, drivers caught in the tests will not be fined, but in the future, the The fine for speeding can be heavy, reaching R$880,41 and with 7 points on your license.
How does the Doppler effect work in new radars?
One of the technologies used in these new traffic radars is the Doppler effect, a concept that comes from physics and that, in short, uses waves to measure speed.
It works like this: The radar emits a radio signal toward the vehicle, and when the signal returns, it can identify the speed based on the change in the frequency of the wave. It is as if the radar “senses” the speed of the car without the vehicle needing to pass over a sensor.
This technology allows traffic radars to identify violations even when the driver is unaware of the radar's presence. In other words, if you are trying to escape inspection, these new radars are ready to catch you by surprise.
Virtual loop and artificial intelligence
Another technology that these new traffic radars feature is the so-called “virtual loop”. Unlike traditional ground sensors, the virtual loop creates a kind of “invisible barrier” that monitors the flow of vehicles, without requiring them to pass through a fixed point. This system is even more efficient at identifying violations such as running red lights and illegal turns, making monitoring more complete.
And what about artificial intelligence? This is one of the most innovative aspects of the new radars. Through it, the equipment can automatically adjust to the flow of vehicles.
If the transit is more intense, for example, the radar can calculate the average speed in order to offer fairer monitoring. In this way, the system adapts to the context, allowing for more effective surveillance and less error-prone.
What happens if you get caught by the new radars?
When these new radars are fully operational, anyone caught speeding above the speed limit will be subject to fines. The fine can be as high as R$880,41, in addition to 7 points on the driver's license. In cases of repeat offenses within a 12-month period, the situation becomes even worse, with the possibility of having the driver's license suspended for up to 18 months.
This penalty is not only intended to punish speeding drivers, but also to create a safer environment on the roads. After all, speeding is one of the main factors that increase the risk of serious accidents.
The implementation of these new traffic radars is not just about collecting fines, but also about promoting safer and more orderly traffic.
O use of artificial intelligence and Doppler effect allows for fairer and more accurate monitoring, without harming drivers who are respecting the rules. With this type of control, the government hopes to reduce the number of accidents and create a safer road environment for everyone.
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