Do Electronic Eyes Capture High Beams?
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"No capture. Below is relevant information: Handling method: Current electronic monitoring systems are not designed to capture high beam usage. The enforcement against high beam misuse is primarily conducted by traffic police officers on-site. Additionally, through awareness campaigns and other methods, drivers are encouraged to voluntarily reduce high beam usage. On municipal roads, high beams should not be used under non-special circumstances, and illegal usage will be penalized by traffic police. The construction and functionality of electronic monitoring systems are also not yet capable of effectively capturing high beam usage, and it is difficult to determine whether high beams are necessary. High beams: In contrast to low beams, high beams have stronger penetration. The concentrated light can directly illuminate distant areas, enhancing the driver's visual impact and allowing visibility of road conditions further ahead. Compared to low beams, which typically cover about 50 meters, high beams can extend coverage two to three times further, exceeding 100 meters. Clearly, seeing further ahead is more beneficial for driving safety and enables quicker responses to emergencies, which is why high beams serve this purpose."
As someone who frequently follows automotive technology, I find the topic of electronic surveillance catching high-beam usage quite intriguing. Currently, most traffic cameras are primarily designed to monitor easily quantifiable violations like speeding or running red lights, as they require clear images and data points. High-beam detection is far more complex—cameras must distinguish at night whether a light beam is high or normal low beam, while also judging if the distance is too close or violates traffic rules. Many cameras lack this functionality due to high demands for lighting conditions and angles, leading to inaccurate detection. I've noticed some smaller cities piloting AI-enabled cameras that can capture lighting violations, but overall, on-site enforcement by traffic police remains more common. Misusing high beams is dangerous—it can cause glare blindness in other drivers and lead to accidents. So don’t assume you can recklessly use them just because there's no electronic surveillance; following the rules is key, and safety should always come first.
