The Rumbler Siren Shakes Car
Going Like Sixty — January 17, 2008 — Autos
References: autoexpress
I know this has happened to you. You're rocking out to a tune in your car, and suddenly are aware that an emergency vehicle is very close. You never heard the siren. Now, a number of police departments are adding a new type siren that can be felt. Kind of like Sir Mix-a-lot booming Baby Got Back from the speakers in the low rider 200 feet behind you.
Implications - This new Rumbler sends a low-frequency sound that is able to shake the ground. The Rumbler was designed to send out ten seconds of shaking at a time, as long as the area is safe. The featured video interviews police officers and drivers who take about what they think of this new traffic control innovation.
Implications - This new Rumbler sends a low-frequency sound that is able to shake the ground. The Rumbler was designed to send out ten seconds of shaking at a time, as long as the area is safe. The featured video interviews police officers and drivers who take about what they think of this new traffic control innovation.
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Shaking Sirens — The development of sirens that produce low-frequency vibrations to alert drivers to emergency vehicles presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in traffic control systems.
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Sensory Communication — The use of vibrations as a means of communication can be explored as a disruptive innovation in various industries, such as public safety, transportation, and automotive.
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Inclusive Signaling — The adoption of siren technologies that cater to individuals with hearing impairments creates an opportunity for disruptive innovation in accessibility and assistive technology sectors.
Industry Implications
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Public Safety — The integration of shaking sirens in emergency vehicles presents a disruptive innovation opportunity to enhance traffic control and increase public safety measures.
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Transportation — The implementation of sensory communication systems, such as shaking sirens, can revolutionize traffic management, improving efficiency and reducing congestion.
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Automotive — The development of vehicle technologies that can interpret and respond to low-frequency vibrations generated by shaking sirens paves the way for disruptive innovation in active safety systems and driver assistance features.
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