Mobile Traffic Information: Smartphone Apps in the Fast Lane
Dr Gareth Evans explores how GPS and smartphone technology are resulting in a wave of mobile traffic applications.
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Getting Recognition: The Rise of Number Plate Recognition Technology
Advanced number plate recognition cameras could soon start appearing in the UK. Liam Stoker speaks to Iain Cameron, managing director of Mirasys, about the potential benefits and controversy surrounding the...
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Effects of the Floods: Pakistan Responds
The ongoing flood crisis in Pakistan continues to disrupt the everyday lives of 17 million people. Liam Stoker investigates efforts to ease the catastrophe and discovers what can be expected...
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The Rise of Online Traffic Monitoring
Controlling and monitoring road traffic flow has become increasingly sophisticated. Dr Gareth examines the latest technology behind the digital hardware.
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Treating Traffic: New Technology on the Road
As car numbers rise, technology must adapt how it monitors, manages and affects traffic, particularly in peak hours. Liam Stoker takes a look at technology being used around the globe.
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Blazing a Trail to Efficient Road Networks
Faster, greener and more economical roads are essential to our future road networks. Frances Penwill-Cook finds out what changes to expect in road infrastructure and technology as we head towards...
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Traversing the Mersey at a Cost
The Mersey Gateway Project, a tolling bridge development, could potentially transform the north-west of England. Frances Penwill-Cook speaks to project director Steve Nicholson about the planned construction.
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Powering Up the Electric Car
Use of the electric car is growing around the world. Mitch Beedie looks at where power providers will factor into the future of the electric car.
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Anti-Congestion Parking Technologies
Congestion is a growing global concern, and parking is a major contributing factor. Frances Penwill-Cook discovers how new technologies from mobile phone applications to large data projects are beginning to...
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Radar Speed Signs: Getting Over the Hump
Chris Lo visits Bellevue, US, where radar speed signs offer an alternative to traditional speed control methods.
