We concluded that zebra stripes are not in every intersection in Europe and therefore is more of a device that gives the pedestrian a permanent-right-of-way where ever they are placed. Therefore, after discussion, we think they should only appear when the Pedestrian is crossing on a green light, and are triggered by the pedestrian. No pedestrian, no crosswalk.
The zebra stripes will function as a sudden visual warning to the driver as they will appear only the moment a pedestrian is about to cross.
We decided to keep the tracking sensors from about 100-150ft of the intersection.
There are some ethical issues with our current Phase 3 solution of red zebra stripes facilitating the pedestrian across. We are thinking of ways that will prevent the pedestrian from crossing the street when it is no his right of way.
For this Sundays meeting, proposals of :
1. how the Phase 1 works, ie. sensor placement, how fast they blink...
2. Phase 3 solutions that discourage the pedestrian from crossing when it is not his/her right
3. Phase 2 details of how the overhead lights are fixed. Directional lights, spotlights, lights that follow pedestrians... etc.
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