John Nightingale

How can we use all of the data collected every second, to help with the age old statement “That area is always busy!” Case study looking at some of the data collected and how that can be used to change the travelling publics behaviour.

In every practical application using technical equipment, significant developments in technology create opportunities for major changes in the types of equipment that become available and their use. This paper takes a historical look at the two such changes during the 20th century relating to traffic signal control: the introduction of…

For many of us  the experience of crossing at busy junctions makes us feel second class to those passing in front of us in motor vehicles. Although the Highway Code now places pedestrians at the top of the road user hierarchy, many junctions are yet to be upgraded to provide…

This paper outlines a groundbreaking project led by Kirklees Council to control the flow of pedestrians and vehicles through a busy, multi-lane crossing in Huddersfield. Working with Starling Technologies, the Council are using predictive AI techniques to overcome pedestrian crowding and jaywalking at a central, high footfall location. This paper…

Winner : Best Overall Paper This paper covers the development of Swansea Council’s Bus Priority Project (Swansea Metro) It covers the design & implementation process and the monitoring of the system.

The FLEX detector is a self-contained, stand-alone detector designed for traffic data collection, that requires no power and no side road cabinets. Based on advanced AI algorithms and models, provides exceptional performance and 99% accuracy. Data is sent to cloud based servers through a built-in LTE modem, and can be…

Can we use dynamic policies to benefit certain road users? Is it possible to balance the conflicting needs of different groups and the wider public?

Radar detection solves traffic headache at a major roundabout” – A look into how the largest roundabout in Plymouth overcame detection issues with smartmicro above ground sensors.

SRL’s innovative REMOS system offers centralised monitoring and control, significantly reducing the need for site operatives. This approach allows skilled operators to oversee multiple sites simultaneously, enhancing safety, lowering labour costs, and mitigating queuing traffic. By enabling the rapid identification and resolution of congestion, REMOS ensures smoother traffic flow and…

Winner :  IHE Judges Special award of Merit for a Presentation Rotherham, we were successful in securing nearly £600k in funding through the TSOG awarded by DfT. Using their existing Imtrac data, it was quickly realised that all of the asset along the A631 in Rotherham was life expired. The…