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Re:U.S. proposes to allow drone operation at night, over people by cm2187 on Tuesday January 15, 2019 @05:47AM (#18910217)
But should blind people rely on sound to cross in the first place? Many european cities are pushing for more cycling. Bicycles are pretty much totally silent and can go as fast as a car typically goes in a busy city.
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Re:U.S. proposes to allow drone operation at night, over people by jsty on Tuesday January 15, 2019 @07:31AM (#18910688)
I don't think it would ever be the chosen option and guide dogs, human assistance, etc. would all be preferable. But sometimes those just won't be available.

One of the more dangerous aspects is in areas where cars are reversing / manoeuvring at low speeds - e.g. car parks. I'm fully sighted and still occasionally have a near miss with an electric / hybrid that I haven't noticed reversing!

Bicycles do present some measure of danger, albeit reduced thanks to the lower momentum & crushing power.

Some material from the RNIB, a UK charity: https://www.rnib.org.uk/rnibconnect/silent-deadly-electric-h...

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