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Red-Light cameras are new to certain Midwestern cities where their purpose is still somewhat controversial. Nationally, it is estimated that 22% of all traffic tickets are for running red lights, which result in major amounts of injury, death, and property damage from accidents. The question prevalent at this time is whether these devices are for improving the safety of the busy intersections, or are they for gathering needed revenue?

How do the cameras work?

The cameras are computer-controlled electronic devices geared to automatically take flash photographs or videos of the vehicles and their license plates as they run yellow or red lights. The basic technology is sophisticated, and requires careful validation before actuating it. The photo-triggering mechanism itself involves carefully placed electromagnetic induction loops under the pavement and painted white lines on top of it, which must be spaced and correlated accurately with the timing of the changing yellow and red lights in question. Presently, a short partial-second grace-period could be included for the benefit of any doubt.

Ticket amounts.

Based on a recent newspaper article, one Midwestern city (area population: one-million) has about 10 cameras in place. It is hurrying to add 10 more. On the average these cameras will gather about 500 violations a day, which must be carefully reviewed by the police department before mailing out the $115 tickets.

This validation work requires extra well-trained personnel, which is costly. The local police department needs another $200,000 annually to do this initial work, which is projected to bring in a gross amount of about $21-million annually for the city. From that amount, the cost of buying and installing these expensive electronic cameras must be paid, not to mention the costs for upkeep, quality control, upgrade replacements, and, in some cases, a percentage to the camera manufacturers. What amount is left for the city could be unknown at this time.

Do drivers learn from it?

Apparently so. One of the initial cameras installed has seen an 80% drop in violations after several weeks of use.

Current controversy.

Most of the current controversy on this traffic-control method involves privacy-invasion and effectiveness issues. Is it legal overkill? Does it really work? Also, certain cities in the U.S. have been accused of shortening the yellow-light times to catch more violators. If true, that action is directly in conflict with published data showing a one-second lengthening of yellow lights reduces violations by 50%, and reduces accidents by 40%. Also, certain newspapers and TV stations are currently monitoring the timing of the yellow lights in their cities.

For these reasons, the National Motorists Association Foundation recommends the following yellow-light times at the given traffic speeds. These calculations are based on formulas gotten from the Institute of Transportation Engineers.

• 25-mph - 3.0 seconds
• 30-mph - 3.5 seconds
• 35-mph - 4.0 seconds
• 40-mph - 4.5 seconds
• 45-mph - 5.0 seconds
• 50-mph - 5.5 seconds
• 55-mph - 6.0 seconds

Conclusion
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After talking with other drivers about how they will drive at camera-equipped intersections, and knowing what this driver will do, plus the expensive complications involved with this technology, these modern red-light cameras undoubtedly will improve the overall safety at the intersections where they are installed in due time. Most of us will either avoid those intersections entirely when possible, or definitely will not run yellow lights not knowing what their timing is ahead of time.

For more information on red-light-camera tickets and how to avoid them, see the following websites.

1. Howstuffworks How Red-light Cameras Work http://www.howstuffworks.com/red-light-camera.htm/printable

2. eHow - How To Do Just About Everything How to Avoid a Speeding or Red Light Camera Ticket http://www.ehow.com/how_4873483_speeding-red-light-camera-ticket.html

How To Pose In Front Of The Camera For Fitness Modeling

With fitness modeling, there are several things a model must be knowledgeable of, in addition to getting her body into shape, if she wishes to have continued success. Whether it is learning about lighting or the proper pose, a fitness model must be completely aware of her surroundings, as well as in control of her body.

The fitness modeling industry requires a model to be in exceptional shape, however, there is actually less focus on muscle mass and more focus on the overall physique, meaning that fitness modeling isn't so much about how big your muscles are but rather how in shape you are. Most female fitness models are lean and chiseled with feminine curves, and while there are instances when female bodybuilder types are used in the industry, it is the leaner, more feminine looking models that get most of the work. Therefore, when getting in front of the camera, the fitness model will not necessarily be posing to show her muscles, but rather her muscles will be enhancing the shot.

Many individuals who try to break into the fitness modeling industry often do not succeed because they are not comfortable in front of the camera. A model must be able to pose in various positions, while remaining at ease, as if the position was natural for her. The shot may include standing on one foot, balancing, and the model must be able to hold herself until the shot is complete.

The best way for a fitness model to practice different poses is to practice in front of a mirror. She should begin by posing different body parts, such as her arms to show her fitness level, as well as her legs and torso. Each body part may play an entirely different part in a shot and one must be able to control every part of their body. Practicing the basic poses, such as quarter turns and front and rear double biceps, will assist the fitness model in securing more jobs as she will demonstrate her level of fitness.

A model must always be aware of where her main lighting source is located and she needs to know that if the light is standing in one direction, she will need to change her posing to that direction. Lighting will often change direction throughout a shoot and it is important for the model to be aware of this, as it will effect her performance.

This, of course, leads us to where the model should be standing. Generally, for each shoot, a model may be required to perform different workout moves for the camera. This will require her to understand the lighting setups and know where her mark is. When she moves from her mark, it can throw the shot off and the camera may no longer be in focus, taking longer to complete the shoot.

Other important posing points are being aware of how much of your body will be included in the shot. If you are working a full length shot, because the placement of your arms and legs will be detrimental to the success of the shot.

A model will also need to be aware of facial expressions. When practicing posing in front of the mirror, she should also be practicing facial expressions to make sure she can display a variety of looks. If the shot calls for a picture of someone having a serious workout and the fitness model has a hard time selling a serious face, the shot will not come out the way that it was intended.

The fact is a fitness model has more to do than just flexing her muscles in front of the camera. She will constantly have to be aware of the lighting, where her mark is, and her facial expressions. Posing in front of the camera shouldn't be a problem if you practice your basic poses in front of a mirror.

About the Author

Scott White is a certified personal trainer and nutritionist located in Scottsdale, Arizona. For more information about nutrition and fitness, reach Scott at Personal Trainer | Personal Training.

Do I get a ticket if the traffic light camera flashed only once?

The light is red, and I was going to make a right turn, and i stopped completely, but i guess the car went over the line, and the camera flashed ONCE....
Last time i received the ticket, i remembered clearly that the camera flashed two times....
So i was wondering if I am going to receive a ticket if i stopped completely, and the light flashed once, but i did go over the line.

You probably will get the ticket if the light turned red and you went over the line, the camera only has to flash once to get you picture.

Pay red light camera fines by Monday, or get towed
Drivers with unpaid red light camera tickets in Toledo have until Monday to pay up, or get towed.

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