Device for protecting pedestrian crossing identified by warning light has vehicle proximity sensor and warning light which is only switched on if vehicle proximity sensor detects vehicle approaching crossing

摘要

The device has a vehicle proximity sensor and the warning light (20L,20R) is only switched on if the vehicle proximity sensor detects a vehicle approaching the pedestrian crossing (12). The device has a pedestrian detector (22L,22R) and the warning light is only switched on if the pedestrian detector detects pedestrians (26) in a waiting area on at least one side of the crossing or on the crossing.