Beating Photo Radars
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Beating Photo Radars
Overview
A photo radar system is designed to capture images of drivers who exceed the speed limit by five to ten miles per hour. These images, along with details such as date, time, location, and vehicle speed, are then sent to the offenders.
How Photo Radars Work
Photo radar systems comprise:
- A high-speed traffic camera and flash unit
- A narrow beam, low-powered Doppler radar antenna aimed across the road
- A computer that records information like date, time, speed, and violation location
Typically mounted on police vehicles in high-speed areas, these systems catch speeding drivers and red-light runners. Speed data is often displayed on a reader board in the police vehicle’s rear window.
Defeating Photo Radars
Many drivers, unhappy with photo radars, have turned their opposition into business opportunities, creating products to evade these systems. Here’s a look at some popular options:
Radar Detectors
These devices detect photo enforcement devices, alerting drivers to slow down in time. While effective for some, radar detectors don’t work with red light cameras using road-embedded sensors.
Flash-back Devices
These devices sense the flash from enforcement cameras and emit their own strobe light to obscure license plates. Despite their popularity and low cost, studies show they’re ineffective against Redflex sensor-based systems.
GPS-based Warning Systems
In regions where radar detectors are illegal and flash-back devices discouraged, drivers may opt for GPS-based systems. These systems alert drivers to photo radar locations by downloading their positions. However, the system’s success depends on having up-to-date information, and missing one camera could result in a citation.
Plate Covers
A cheaper option, these covers obscure license plates at certain angles but can still be seen from directly behind. Some regions, like Washington, D.C., heavily fine their use, while others are more lenient. Plate covers are ineffective against motion video cameras.
Photo Spray
This method involves spraying a substance on license plates to reflect camera flashes, causing overexposure. However, experts note it is only about 45% effective, and negative images can still reveal plate numbers.
Conclusion
Evading photo radars can be a complex endeavor requiring careful consideration of legal consequences. Before using any technology, weigh the risks and determine if the potential penalties are worth it.
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