Anti-Collision and Warning Facilities at High-Speed Interchange Diversion Noses in China

Abstract

This paper explores the effect of the anti-collision and warning facilities installed at high speed interchanges in China. This was inspired by the realization that the number of fatalities on China roads prior to 2004 was unacceptable and hence the need to install anti-collision devices on both highway interchanges and on vehicles so as to enhance road safety. The study found out that the installation of anti-collision devices on the highways as well as car manufacturers installing anti-collision devices on newer versions of vehicles has led to lesser impact accidents on the roads and hence reduced the number of fatalities from China roads. Though the number of accidents increased, their impact was not as severe as compared to when the anti-collision devices had not been installed. The paper concluded that the application of anti-collision and warning facilities at high-speed interchange diversion noses has significantly improved to a reduction in the number of fatalities from road accidents in China.