When the A30 and A38 were implemented in 2023, the cameras detected a mobile crime rate of 0.31.
AI Eyes on the Road:
A camera that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect road traffic faults has been installed on a major road in Plymouth.A camera that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect road traffic faults has been installed on a major road in Plymouth.
The system, which has been installed on Tavistock Road in Derriford, captures images of passing vehicles to identify whether or not passengers are wearing seat belts and whether the driver is using a mobile phone at the wheel.
Plymouth City Council said, although the cameras use AI to detect offences, the images are subsequently reviewed by a human.
If an offense is discovered, a warning letter or notice of intent to sue is sent to the driver.
How Do AI Cameras Work?
AI cameras are equipped with advanced sensors and software that allow driver behavior to be continuously monitored and analyzed. They work in the following steps:AI cameras are equipped with advanced sensors and software that allow driver behavior to be continuously monitored and analyzed. They work in the following steps:
1.Data Collection:
The cameras capture images and video footage of vehicles on the road.
2.AI Analysis:
AI systems use machine learning to process this data and detect anomalies or violations. It compares observed behavior to traffic rules, speed limits, sign compliance, and more.
3.Flagging Violations:
Once a violation is detected, the system flags the incident and stores it for review by traffic authorities. Some AI systems can access their vehicle registration data and automatically issue penalties or warnings to the driver.
4.Continuous Learning:
AI cameras get smarter over time. As more data is processed, machine learning models become more accurate at detecting violations, improving system performance.
Benefits of AI Cameras for Monitoring Driving Offenses:
Adrian Leisk, road safety officer with Devon and Cornwall Police, said: “There have been a number of tragic collisions in recent times in Devon and Cornwall where people have been killed or seriously injured because they were not wearing seat belts.
“Similarly, we know that using mobile phones while driving is very dangerous and increases the risk of collisions.”
“We don’t want to catch people – we just want motorists to stay safe by wearing a seatbelt and not using their phones while driving.”
According to the council, data from earlier deployments of Accusensus technology in Devon and Cornwall showed a positive impact on driver behaviour.
The 2023 deployment of the cameras on the A30 and A38 revealed a 0.31% phone offence rate and a 0.38% seat belt offence rate.