# Pedestrian-Detecting Crosswalks The 'Smartpass' Smart Pedestrian Crosswalk is Safety-Focused By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pedestrian-crosswalk References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/04/04/this-pedestrian-cross-walk-system-uses-smart-technology-to-ensure-a-safe-flow-of-traffic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-pedestrian-cross-walk-system-uses-smart-technology-to-ensure-a-safe-flow-of-traffic) & [2s.design](http://2s.design/en)  The 'Smartpass' smart pedestrian crosswalk is an intelligent take on the roadway crossing that would provide urbanites with a way to maintain their safety with minimal intervention. The system works by being installed at select points in the roadway and utilizing a series of [motion sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-traffic-management) hidden behind the motorist signs. These sensors will identify when a pedestrian is intending to cross the road and automatically activate the flashing lights to warn oncoming drivers of their presence. The 'Smartpass' smart pedestrian crosswalk is the design work of the Poland-based 2s.design studio, which conducted research through the [Institute of Roads and Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-nonsense-1) of the Warsaw University of Technology for the project. The studio concluded that the system could help to increase safety at crosswalks by as much as 30%. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Crosswalks:** Pedestrian-detecting crosswalks with motion sensors and automatic flashing lights are an innovative safety feature in urban environments. - **Intelligent Road Safety:** Technology-driven road safety systems are revolutionizing urban transportation. - **Data-driven Traffic Solutions:** Innovative initiatives that utilize data and analytics to improve traffic management and pedestrian safety are on the rise. ### Who This Affects Most - **Transportation:** The transportation industry has an opportunity to integrate technology to offer innovative safety solutions for pedestrians. - **Smart Cities:** City planners and government officials can leverage intelligent transportation design to improve road safety and pedestrian infrastructure. - **Urban Planning:** The field of urban planning should focus on integrating technologies like motion sensors and analytics to create safer and more efficient pedestrian systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Urban Robot Traffic Safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polis.md) - [Cyclist Safety-Focused Smart Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1.md) - [IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-beacon-concept.md) - [Road Worker Safety Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-worksite.md) - [AI-Powered Mobility Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-mobility-platform.md) - [Road-Monitoring Cyclist Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-driver-assistance-system.md) - [AI-Assisted Urban Traffic Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-traffic-management.md) - [Character-Like Roadway Bollards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-bollard.md) - [Traffic Light-Inspired Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-bench.md)