Specially painted pedestrian crossing creates an optical illusion that slows down cars. The stripes which are marked so that they imitate 3D effect, are already used in several countries, such as France, China, India, and Iceland. In Spain, the first three-dimensional pedestrian crossings have recently appeared.
3D zebra crossings were first created in New Delhi, India. Later, this solution was introduced in European countries – Iceland, France, and Germany. 3D was now painted in the Spanish town of Almussafes.
The purpose of such a pedestrian crossing is to increase safety. The 3D effect creates an optical illusion – the driver, reaching the crossing, has the impression that there is an obstacle in front of him, which automatically increases his caution.
According to the authorities of Almussafes, three-dimensional crossings perfectly replace the speed bumps, which are burdensome especially for truck drivers.
Three-dimensional pedestrian crossings in Germany removed
However, in Germany, the first 3D „zebra” in May this year has gone down in history. It turned out that the three-dimensional stripes painted on the pedestrian crossing in Schmalkalden violate the provisions of the Highway Code. The Thuringian National Administrative Office ordered the removal of such markings to the communications department.
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