Technology & AI
Smart road signs warn drivers about animals
In Australia, cameras and AI look for kangaroos, deer and wombats near a highway and switch on warning signs for drivers.
In Australia, kangaroos and wombats sometimes come onto roads. This can be dangerous for the animals and for drivers. Now a new system with AI can help.
The system has a clever name: PAWS. It stands for Protective Animal Warning System. The government of New South Wales announced the trial in July 2026. It started working on the Monaro Highway in August.
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A test to find out if something new works well.
They will watch the trial for the next 18 months.