METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART STOP SIGN

摘要

The invention is an augmented stop sign that functions more like a traffic signal light commonly used on road junctions in place of existing passive stop signs. The cost of the stop sign is extremely less than a typical existing traffic signal system at a junction and the time and effort involved in installation and maintenance is similar to that of installing an existing stop sign.

主权项

1. A method and apparatus for an automated stop sign comprising:
i. a battery pack with solar charger; ii. a computing device embedded with controllable and programmable software; iii. multi-color LED array on the front with shade; iv. multi-color LED array on the back with shade; v. a front camera that looks at the road to detect any vehicle approaching said stop sign; vi. a side camera that looks at the stop line, sideways to detect any vehicle in stop zone; vii. a back side camera to look at the traffic junction behind said stop sign; viii. a radio frequency wireless transceiver and antenna for wireless communication; ix. a connector for connecting a plurality of different wired sensors and wired network; x. an audible horn; xi. a post holding said stop sign that houses the said apparatus.