Shovlin: Gracias a Russell, el trabajo con el chasis va bien.

Shovlin: Gracias a Russell, el trabajo con el chasis va bien.

      Con el paso de Lewis Hamilton a Ferrari se puso fin al periodo de 11 años de su trabajo en Mercedes, y fue el ejemplo más exitoso en la historia de la Fórmula 1 de colaboración entre piloto y equipo: juntos lograron 84 victorias y ganaron seis títulos de campeón.

      Durante todos esos años Lewis participó de forma muy activa en el perfeccionamiento de los monoplazas de Mercedes, pero ahora ese trabajo lo ha asumido principalmente el nuevo líder del equipo, George Russell, ya que Kimi Antonelli, que debutó en el campeonato solo en el año que acaba de terminar, todavía no tiene la experiencia necesaria.

      Según Andrew Shovlin, ingeniero jefe de pista de Mercedes, Russell se las arregla bastante bien, así que en lo que respecta al trabajo con el coche la marcha de Lewis no ha afectado a esos procesos tan importantes.

      «Sinceramente, con George este trabajo va bastante bien —cita Shovlin RacingNews365—. Supongo que el punto importante es que en el proceso de creación del coche no nos guiamos únicamente por lo que nos dice un piloto concreto.

      Fundamentalmente, la dirección del desarrollo nos la marcan los resultados del trabajo en el simulador: buscamos la posibilidad de aumentar el nivel de carga aerodinámica, buscamos maneras de conseguir determinados parámetros de equilibrio de los que depende el tiempo por vuelta, tratamos de reducir la resistencia frontal y también ajustamos las características de la suspensión con la vista puesta en aumentar la eficacia del trabajo aerodinámico.

      En general, en la mayoría de los casos no nos guiamos por las preferencias del piloto; sin embargo, nos ayuda mucho el hecho de que, en la persona de George, que pilota el coche, tenemos una fuente de información estable. Él conoce esos monoplazas, porque trabaja con ellos desde todo el periodo en que en la Fórmula 1 estuvo vigente el reglamento de 2022, y nunca hemos tenido motivos para preocuparnos de que podamos desviarnos del camino en cuanto al perfeccionamiento de la técnica.

      Pero Kimi también evalúa con mucha precisión el comportamiento del coche, por lo que no tenemos áreas sobre las que haya que trabajar por separado. Siempre lo hemos considerado un piloto con proyección, y estaba claro que la temporada de debut sería para él un periodo de aprendizaje intensivo. Nos enfocamos plenamente en eso, así que, en términos generales, la situación está bastante equilibrada y todo marcha bien».

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Greece has introduced AI cameras in key areas of central Athens.

Within just four days of implementation, these cameras recorded 2,500 traffic violations.

The initial rollout included monitoring in eight designated zones.

Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly prevalent in various sectors, including traffic enforcement. Greece has adopted a new, efficient, and cost-effective approach to monitor driving behavior with AI-enabled cameras.

During the initial trial across eight sites in Athens, almost 2,500 significant violations were detected over just four days, underscoring that many drivers do not adhere strictly to traffic laws.

Critics argue that if every minor infraction is reported, even the most careful drivers, and police officers, might appear to be violators.

What Violations Are These Smart Cameras Detecting?

In addition to speeding and ignoring traffic signals, the AI cameras can identify multiple infractions, including not wearing seatbelts, using mobile phones while driving, and improperly utilizing emergency lanes.

When a violation occurs, the camera captures a time-stamped video and a still image, both encrypted to maintain the evidence’s integrity.

Fines are not issued by on-site police officers; instead, offenders receive notifications via SMS, email, or through a government portal, allowing them to pay the penalties directly. An appeals process is available, but the video evidence rarely leaves room for dispute.

One Camera, One Thousand Violations

As reported by authorities, a single AI camera on Syngrou Avenue, a major road connecting Athens and the port of Piraeus, recorded over 1,000 violations within just four days, representing nearly half of all infractions detected during the pilot phase.

Other locations have revealed similar patterns. At the busy intersection of Mesogeion and Halandriou avenues in Agia Paraskevi, 480 drivers were documented running red lights. Another 285 violations were noted at the junction of Vouliagmenis Avenue and Tinou Street in Kalithea, indicating that this issue is widespread.

Those not wearing seatbelts or using a phone while driving face fines of €350 (approximately $410), while speeding fines range from €150-750 ($180-880) depending on the severity. With such potential penalties, it's estimated that one AI camera could generate up to €750,000 ($880,000) in fines within just three days. Whether this is viewed as a deterrent or a sign of systemic issues remains subjective, but the revenue possibilities are significant.

From Pilot Initiative to Nationwide Monitoring

At present, only eight AI camera locations are operational, all managed by the Ministry of Digital Governance. However, plans are in place to expand the network to 2,000 fixed cameras across the country, alongside 500 mobile units that will be installed on public buses to oversee illegal use of bus lanes.

Officials aim for this expanded system to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities, relieve pressure on police resources, and ensure consistent funding for public services. The state's commitment to using automation seems unwavering, regardless of its impact on driver behavior.

Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou expressed to Kathimerini that the government's goal is not punitive but protective. “This is a political choice with a clear social goal: reducing traffic accidents and saving lives,” he stated. “We are not adopting a punitive stance. We want citizens to understand that the rules are applicable to everyone and enforced in a fair and modern manner.”

An Expanding Global Trend

Greece is not the only country leveraging technology for traffic control. AI cameras are operational in nations such as the UK, Germany, France, Spain, Australia, India, China, Japan, and across the Middle East and the United States. Moving forward, many roads will be under constant surveillance. A recent pilot program in an EU country has seen AI cameras issue fines to thousands of drivers, with further developments on the horizon as authorities enhance surveillance efforts. Greece has introduced AI cameras in key areas of central Athens. Within just four days of implementation, these cameras recorded 2,500 traffic violations. The initial rollout included monitoring in eight designated zones. Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly prevalent in various sectors, including traffic enforcement. Greece has adopted a new, efficient, and cost-effective approach to monitor driving behavior with AI-enabled cameras. 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