Ice prevention on roads using IoT
Easily installable sensors that compare the road surface with the dew point in the air provide the necessary information to prevent slipping.
Ambiductor aims to find the smartest sensors to create a safer environment. This technology can help prevent accidents - especially on road sections where plowing is difficult. For example, on modern composite materials, cobblestones and other stone slabs.
Dew point and freezing
The sensor detects the dew point in the air. The dew point is the temperature at which the air can no longer contain the amount of moisture present in the environment. This then falls out as fog, water, snow or ice.
Detecting the dew point and comparing it with the temperature of the road surface means that it can be detected when the road surface is threatened by freezing.
Smart ice control for safe traffic
Previous tests of this technology in both Sweden and the Alps show that, using dew point measurements, measures can be taken to prevent ice buildup and slippage.
The IoT-based solution makes it possible to install sensors on roadways to accurately monitor temperatures, humidity and other weather conditions in real time. By connecting these sensors to a central control system, ice-fighting measures can be taken automatically when dangerous conditions arise. The system can also provide road maintenance personnel with direct information about where and when ice-fighting is necessary.
This means that society can save costs for snow removal while keeping sensitive road sections free from slippage.
Product
CWS001
Road condition sensor that detects ice buildup on the road (IP65)
Compares the road surface temperature with the dew point in the air to be able to alarm for ice buildup.
For mounting on poles for signs and road lighting.
Vantage Pro2
Sensor station that measures all air parameters
A weather station for collecting data about the climate.
Shareable and flexible for smart cities and measurement.
TEM-LAB-14NS
External temperature sensor with LoRa (IP68)
LoRa device with external temperature sensor with logger and alarm function.
Suitable for measuring extreme temperatures or on/in pipes etc.
Accessories
Brackets etc. are included with CWS001. No accessories are required.
Main functionality
- Real-time monitoring: IoT sensors that measure temperature, humidity and road surface to identify the risk of ice formation before it occurs.
- Automated action: The system can activate anti-icing measures such as sanding or salting based on collected data.
- Remote monitoring and reporting: The control system allows remote monitoring and generates detailed reports for better decision-making.
- Efficient resource use: By automating actions, both time and resources are saved, while reducing environmental impact through optimized use of salt and other pesticides.
Benefits for the users
- Increased safety: Reduces the risk of accidents caused by icy road surfaces through quick and effective action.
- Cost savings: By making the use of resources, including salt and labor, operational costs are reduced.
- Environmentally friendly solution: Minimizes the overuse of chemicals and other de-icing agents, which benefits both nature and society.
- Easy to use and scalable: The solution can be easily integrated into existing systems and adapted to the specific needs of the road network.
