According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a pedestrian loses their life in a traffic crash every 72 minutes, while a pedestrian is injured every eight minutes. In 2023 alone, more than 7,000 pedestrians were killed nationwide, with 77% of these tragedies occurring in the dark.
These numbers are unacceptable—and they’re why cities across the globe are embracing Vision Zero, a commitment to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries while increasing safe mobility for all.
The Intellisection® Soffit from ISS combines cutting-edge hardware and software to deliver a new way forward in pedestrian safety. Leveraging AI-powered analytics, the Soffit automatically detects the presence of people at dark crosswalks and dynamically illuminates their path, helping to give drivers more time to stop.
Intellisection™ Soffit Benefits:
- Dynamic Pedestrian Illumination: Using AI, the Soffit tracks and illuminates pedestrians as they cross the street, ensuring they’re visible to drivers without impairing visibility.
- Increased Stopping Distance: By illuminating pedestrians earlier and more effectively, the Soffit gives drivers more time to react, reducing the likelihood of collisions.
- Third-Party Interoperability: The Soffit integrates with third-party traffic control and surveillance systems, making it a versatile addition to any city’s safety infrastructure.
- Proven Durability: Built to withstand extreme weather conditions, the Soffit is designed for long-term, reliable performance.
Why It Matters:
The majority of pedestrian fatalities occur in the dark, at non-intersection locations, and on roads with high speeds and heavy traffic. The Intellisection® Soffit addresses these challenges head-on, providing a proactive solution that aligns with Vision Zero’s mission to create safer streets for everyone.
This National Pedestrian Safety Month, let’s work together to make Vision Zero a reality. By adopting innovative technologies like the Intellisection® Soffit, we can save lives and create safer, smarter cities.
Pedestrian Safety by the Numbers (per the NHTSA):
- 1 pedestrian fatality every 72 minutes
- 20 pedestrian fatalities every day
- 141 pedestrian fatalities a week
- 1 pedestrian injured every 8 minutes
- 187 pedestrians injured every day
- 1,312 pedestrians injured a week.
Building Safer Cities with Vision Zero and Intelligent AI Solutions
At ISS, our mission is to save lives with innovative solutions like Intellisection™ Soffit, combining AI and smart illumination for safer streets. This National Pedestrian Safety Month, explore how you can enhance safety in your city with this breakthrough technology.
Request a demo today to see the Soffit system in action and understand its powerful impact on pedestrian safety.
Want to learn more? Discover all benefits of Soffit and how it can integrate seamlessly into your city’s infrastructure on our product page.
Together, let’s bring Vision Zero to life — protecting pedestrians and making our roads safer for everyone.
