Transport News
LED displays gain international popularity
More and more businesses and organisations are beginning to choose LED displays for large outdoor signage, advertising and entertainment, with firms from London to Hong Kong investing in the technology.
Last week it was revealed that two enormous LED displays will take pride of place, towering over the A4 as it passes by Hammersmith via the flyover, bringing thousands of commuters and travellers to and from the capital.
The two LED displays will be 7.6 m...
Wednesday, 10th March 2010 - full story
LEDs safe in snow despite reservations
The recent snowy conditions that have gripped the UK caused travel chaos for many, but even harsher conditions were experienced in the mid-west of the USA in areas normally protected from the worst of the weather. As a result some raised concerns as to how appropriate LED signalling technology was, claiming that the lack of heat emitted by the LED systems would not melt snow, potentially obscuring the signals from the view of motorists.
This is a legitimate concern and one w...
Tuesday, 19th January 2010 - full story
LED technology looks more attractive for hazard warnings
As the technology behind LED lighting continues to evolve and improve, so too does its chances of becoming the light source of choice for those looking to alert people to hazardous areas.
As well as offering companies a means by which to warn people of dangerous areas or highlight important information more effectively and efficiently, LED signs and lights can also appease green consciences and improve the environmental credentials of big businesses that start to adopt the t...
Friday, 8th January 2010 - full story
Cars to get LED Displays
A prototype of a new type of Heads-Up Display (HUD) using LED technology was unveiled at a trade show held by Oki Digital Imaging Corp (ODI).
The LED display itself is no more than 1.1 inches in size and it is able to take advantage of an ODI bonding technique which does not require adhesive or wire bonding, allowing for the unit to take up far less space.
Current in-car HUDs, which use LCD technology combined with LED backlighting, consume around 1...
Thursday, 3rd December 2009 - full story
Instant Highway Messaging
Highway streaming-text messages may not be entertaining, but they're crucial: "Accident ahead, reduce speed to 20 mph and use alternate Rte. 312 to avoid stalled traffic
The sign systems report such roadside incidents as slowdowns, accidents, construction, lane closures, weather concerns, amber alerts and travel-time alerts. Alerts vary from global messages that cover the entire network (amber alerts and posted speed limits) to dedicated messages concerning road in...
Tuesday, 24th February 2009 - full story
Accident-prone road gets LED sign
LED signs are being used to crack down on speeding motorists in a US town.Town officials in West Hartford, Connecticut, have installed LED signs in a bid to make the roads safer.The area recently constructed traffic islands to slow drivers down but they have not had the desired effect, the Connecticut News reports.
Friday, 20th February 2009 - full story
LED signs act as "visual cues"
LED signs are helping New York residents navigate their way around the city.
Friday, 13th February 2009 - full story
Car dealers use digital signage screens
A major car dealer has revealed how LED-based screens are helping to boost trade.
Monday, 9th February 2009 - full story