Volvo has developed a high-tech new system, dubbed City Safety, that was originally designed to detect other vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists but has since been adapted to enable vehicles to avoid hitting kangaroos in Australia. Strong, fast and agile, kangaroos often pose a danger on Australian roads, with more than 20,000 collisions taking place between cars and kangaroos in Australia each year.
The kangaroo-adapted City Safety system features a radar built into the grille that scans the road ahead and looks out for moving objects. Meanwhile, a light-sensitive high-resolution camera works to determine which way the object is moving and passes the information onto an on-board computer.
Ultimately, this high-tech animal detection system could help save lives by preventing the needless accidents caused by kangaroo crossings.
Kangaroo-Evading Cars
Volvo's 'City Safety' Technology Could Help Cars Avoid Hitting Kangaroos
Trend Themes
1. Animal Detection Technology - Volvo's 'City Safety' system adapted for kangaroo detection showcases the growing trend of advanced animal detection technology in vehicles.
2. Adaptive Radar Systems - The integration of radar systems into vehicle grilles for scanning the road ahead and detecting moving objects demonstrates the trend of adaptive radar systems in automotive safety.
3. Localized Safety Solutions - The customization of Volvo's City Safety system for kangaroo detection highlights the trend of developing localized safety solutions to address unique road hazards in specific regions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage advanced animal detection technology to enhance vehicle safety and reduce accidents caused by wildlife encounters.
2. Radar Technology - The integration of radar systems into vehicles opens up opportunities for radar technology providers to collaborate with automotive manufacturers in developing advanced safety features.
3. Road Safety - The implementation of localized safety solutions like kangaroo detection systems creates opportunities for companies specializing in road safety technologies to provide customized solutions for specific geographical challenges.