ryoder 1,590 #1 February 5, 2014 http://redlightrobber.com/red/links_pdf/Misapplied-Physics-Red-Light-Cameras.pdf "Because of the presence of the 2 in the denominator, the Formula is not an equation of motion. In physics terminology, a formula that is not an equation of motion means that objects in the real world do not abide by it. Had the formula been Y = tp + v/(a + Gg), then the formula would be an equation of motion. But the Formula says v/2(a +Gg) which means that the yellow light lasts half the time it takes for a driver to stop. ""There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisD 0 #2 February 5, 2014 ryoder http://redlightrobber.com/red/links_pdf/Misapplied-Physics-Red-Light-Cameras.pdf "Because of the presence of the 2 in the denominator, the Formula is not an equation of motion. In physics terminology, a formula that is not an equation of motion means that objects in the real world do not abide by it. Had the formula been Y = tp + v/(a + Gg), then the formula would be an equation of motion. But the Formula says v/2(a +Gg) which means that the yellow light lasts half the time it takes for a driver to stop. " Wow.But what do I know, "I only have one tandem jump." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phillbo 11 #3 February 5, 2014 Does this mean I can get that red light photo radar ticket dismissed? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingRhenquest 1 #4 February 5, 2014 But it's random whether they catch anyone that way or not! This technology can still be improved upon! My red light software would wait until there are one or more cars inside the danger zone before turning the light to yellow, which would then last a barely-perceptible fraction of a second! It would catch one or more cars on every light change! Muahahahahahaha! Oh yes, did I mention I'm evil?I'm trying to teach myself how to set things on fire with my mind. Hey... is it hot in here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sfzombie13 324 #5 February 6, 2014 that surprises me about as much as that economics thing they were talking about last year based on a flawed spreadsheet that nobody could replicate but they just accepted anyway._________________________________________ Si hoc legere scis nimium eruditionis habes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #6 February 6, 2014 Figures. It certainly explains why I have to blow through so many 'orange' lights. In my mind, the yellow light needs a period of time for driver recognition, then driver response, then vehicle response, plus a margin of safety before the red light activates.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #7 February 6, 2014 There are two reliable signs of a complete pussy who doesn't believe in himself: 1. People who double check their work 2. People who test things before they deploy them. Push forward and damn the consequences.cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #8 February 6, 2014 I don't know why anyone is surprised by this. It's been shown that red light cameras increase traffic accidents at lights. It's been shown that the lights with cameras have shorter yellow lights than those without. It's pretty clear that they are there for revenue production, not safety."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #9 February 6, 2014 wolfriverjoe I don't know why anyone is surprised by this. It's been shown that red light cameras increase traffic accidents at lights. It's been shown that the lights with cameras have shorter yellow lights than those without. It's pretty clear that they are there for revenue production, not safety. Shown where?You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #10 February 6, 2014 Squeak ***I don't know why anyone is surprised by this. It's been shown that red light cameras increase traffic accidents at lights. It's been shown that the lights with cameras have shorter yellow lights than those without. It's pretty clear that they are there for revenue production, not safety. Shown where? Easy to find with Google. e.g. http://watchdogwire.com/florida/2013/02/16/study-finds-red-light-cameras-cause-accidents/"There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #11 February 6, 2014 MY. HEAD. IS. EXPLODING. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #12 February 6, 2014 LuckyMcSwervy MY. HEAD. IS. EXPLODING. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAdvqQzO1PY"There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JerryBaumchen 1,451 #13 February 6, 2014 Hi ryoder, Quote Shown where? This is what happened here where I live, Beaverton, Oregon. As to shown where, it was numerous articles in the local newspaper. I cannot offer any thoughts on shorter times for yellow lights, etc; but I do know that here, there was an increase in traffic accidents. Not so much now as people are getting used to them and are more wary. JerryBaumchen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingRhenquest 1 #14 February 6, 2014 JerryBaumchen Hi ryoder, Quote Shown where? This is what happened here where I live, Beaverton, Oregon. As to shown where, it was numerous articles in the local newspaper. I cannot offer any thoughts on shorter times for yellow lights, etc; but I do know that here, there was an increase in traffic accidents. Not so much now as people are getting used to them and are more wary. JerryBaumchen Yeah, people would slam on the brakes rather than go through the light with the camera, and get rear-ended by the people tailgating them.I'm trying to teach myself how to set things on fire with my mind. Hey... is it hot in here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,115 #15 February 7, 2014 I wish to refer you to prior art: www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=1480293;search_string=traffic%20light%20satan;#1480293 www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=1832305;search_string=traffic%20light%20satan;#1832305 www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=3928105;search_string=traffic%20light%20;#3928105 www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=3730428;search_string=traffic%20light%20;#3730428 And most especially: www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=4584390;search_string=emperor%20universe;#4584390... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #16 February 7, 2014 I had this feeling you would respond to this thread. "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,115 #17 February 7, 2014 ryoder I had this feeling you would respond to this thread. Opportunity is appreciated ... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
