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English to Chinese: Connected Transportation Environment/网联交通环境 General field: Tech/Engineering Detailed field: Automotive / Cars & Trucks
Source text - English Connected Vehicles offer the promise of transformative improvements in safety and other aspects of the transportation system
An initial focus is on the NHTSA regulation in the US which will require V2V on new vehicles.
V2I applications are also under development in the US and Europe and some cooperative infrastructure is being deployed in these regions.
A recent activity is looking at cellular V2X as a complement and possible replacement for DSRC.
Will the initial connected vehicle applications in China be for safety, mobility, environment or automation?
What spectrum will be allocated for connected vehicles in China?
Will a decision be reached about cellular vs. DSRC, or will both be deployed?
Will China rely on voluntary deployment, as in Europe currently, or will China develop a regulation, as in the US?
What is the plan for connected infrastructure deployment in China?
Translation - Chinese 网联技术有望实质性地改善交通系统内安全以及其他诸多方面表现
美国高速公路安全管理局法案首先会要求新投入车辆上部署车对车通信技术
欧美地区车对基础设施应用仍也在开发中，而一些合作性基础设施正在部署中。
最新的研究活动将蜂窝车对环境通信技术视作是对专用短程通信的补充和潜在替代。
中国网联技术的初期应用，是否也是为了提升其在安全、出行、环境或自动化等方面的表现？
哪个频段会分配给中国网联技术（发展及应用）？
中国网联技术是否也会有蜂窝还是专用短程通信之争，抑或是两者都会部署？
中国会效仿当下欧洲，鼓励志愿部署网联技术？ 还是类似美国，规定车辆必须配备？
中国部署网联基础设施的计划是？
English to Chinese: Safety Talk: Safety Driving/安全讲话：安全驾驶 General field: Other Detailed field: Management
Source text - English Safety Operating System
SAFETY TALK: SAFE DRIVING
Safe driving involves many different elements – the safety of your vehicle, your skill and experience, the driving conditions, interaction with wildlife, fatigue and so much more.
This Safety Talk poses two questions you must ask yourself before driving and discusses the “what” and “why” of ten key factors that can help keep you and others safe on the road. Our co-workers, families and the public rely on our commitment to safe driving.
1. ASK EVERY TIME: ARE YOU FIT AND AUTHORIZED TO DRIVE?
1.1. Each time you use a Company vehicle, including Company Test, Development, Evaluation, Loaned, Lease and Assigned vehicles you must be able to positively answer two questions. This is your individual responsibility.
1.1.1. Are you fit to drive?
1.1.1.1. Driving a motor vehicle is a complex task involving perception, good judgment, adequate response time and reasonable physical capability. Fitness to drive involves having all of these capacities, and not having any condition that may impair you, either temporarily or permanently.
1.1.2. Do you hold a current and valid driver license?
1.1.2.1. You must hold a current and valid driver license for the Country, Province or State, City and jurisdiction in which you are using the Company Vehicle. That license must also have the correct endorsements for the specification vehicle you are using.
1.1.2.2. You must comply fully with any conditions specified on your driver license.
1.1.2.3. When operating Company vehicles on or off Company premises, you may also need a Company-specific license for that usage. It is your responsibility to know the requirements and possess a current and valid Company License for that use on that site.
1.2. If you answer 'No' to either or both of these questions or are unsure of your answer, you should immediately talk to your Supervisor to discuss alternative arrangements.
2. TEN KEY FACTORS FOR SAFE USE OF VEHICLES
2.1. COMPLY WITH ROAD RULES
2.1.1. If you are driving a Company vehicle, you must:
2.1.1.1. Hold a valid driver license;
2.1.1.2. Carry your license at all times; and
2.1.1.3. Adhere to all road rules for the jurisdiction in which using the vehicle. It is your responsibility to know traffic rules and laws.
2.2. COMPLY WITH COMPANY POLICIES
2.2.1. Employees must comply with relevant Safety Policies and Rules, including:
2.2.1.1. Global Safety Directive A-112 “Safety Belt Use and Driving Requirements When Traveling by Vehicle on Company Business”
2.2.1.2. Global Safety Standard FAS08-081 “Mobile Communication and Personal Entertainment Equipment Safe Usage Standard”
2.3. BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS
2.3.1. What you should do:
2.3.1.1. Look out.
2.3.1.1.1. Anticipate the behavior of others on the road – look ahead, look behind and be prepared for the unexpected. Drive with caution if you see an erratic driver near you. Watch out for cars, trucks and motorcycles – where they are, where they are going and what they are doing.
2.3.1.1.2. Look out for pedestrians and cyclists. Make sure they see you and that you drive to the prevailing conditions so that you can stop in time, including on the road and in car parks or other congested locations.
2.3.1.1.3. Watch out for wildlife. Obey advisory speed signs when driving in known wildlife areas, especially at dawn, dusk and in the dark. Be prepared to stop if needed.
2.3.1.1.4. Use all your mirrors and look out for blind spots. It is good practice always to look quickly over your shoulder before changing lanes or pulling out from the kerb.
2.3.1.2. Be patient.
2.3.1.2.1. Make allowances for others when they make mistakes. Remaining calm and cooperating with other road users means safer and more enjoyable driving.
2.3.1.2.2. Keep a safe distance from the car in front and leave at least a two-second gap - three seconds is best. If driving conditions are affected by rain or during reduced visibility, it is recommended to increase the gap to at least four seconds.
2.3.1.2.3. Do not overtake unless it is safe and leave enough room to get well past any other vehicle before returning to your lane.
2.3.2. Why you should do it:
2.3.2.1. Looking, anticipating and pre-empting trouble can substantially reduce encountering trouble on the road. Calmness keeps ourselves and others safer.
2.3.2.2. Smooth, pre-emptive driving makes your behavior predictable to others and in turn discourages the potential for aggressive behavior from others sharing the road
2.4. SPEEDING
2.4.1. What you should do:
2.4.1.1. Drive within the speed limit at all times. You should drive at speeds that are safe for the conditions, recognizing that, in some circumstances (such as rain or fog) this may be below the posted speed limit.
2.4.1.2. When considering what a 'safe' speed is, you should give consideration not only to weather and road conditions, but also to the potential impact of a collision on road-users who are inherently vulnerable, such as pedestrians, motorcyclists and cyclists.
2.4.1.3. In addition, you should observe speed limits in unenforced areas such as a car park.
2.4.2. Why you should do it:
2.4.2.1. Speed, both inappropriate and excessive, contributes very significantly to road trauma. Small changes in travel speeds can have a significant impact on road trauma. For instance, a 5km/h reduction would achieve a 15% reduction in crashes.
2.5. SEATBELTS AND OTHER SAFETY FEATURES
2.5.1. What you should do:
2.5.1.1. Wear a seatbelt at all times, including all stages of pregnancy, and ensure that passengers do the same;
2.5.1.2. Drive with your headlights on at all times if your vehicle is not fitted with daytime running lights; and
2.5.1.3. Adjust your headrests according to Manufacturer’s recommendation.
2.5.2. Why you should do it:
2.5.2.1. Even in the Australian State of Victoria, with one of the highest seatbelt wearing rates in the world, each year more than 20% of car occupants who are killed are not wearing a seatbelt.
2.5.2.2. Seatbelts and other safety features are proven to dramatically reduce the risk of death and injury in the event of a crash.
2.6. ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND DRIVING
2.6.1. What you should do:
2.6.1.1. You should minimize and preferably avoid the use of alcohol prior to driving and under no circumstances be over the legal blood limit for your class of license. Never drive under the influence of medications or other drugs that are likely to affect your alertness or driving performance. Do not drive if you are unfit to do so. Talk to your Supervisor if you are unsure about your fitness to drive.
2.6.2. Why you should do it:
2.6.2.1. A driver at .05 (i.e. 0.05% blood alcohol content) is twice as likely to be involved in a crash as a driver who has not been drinking. The risk at .08 is four times that of a sober driver. Furthermore, medical evidence suggests that if you are involved in a crash, alcohol may make you more susceptible to injury.
2.6.2.2. In the years 2004 to 2006, one in four drivers killed in a crash had a blood alcohol concentration at or above .05.
2.7. VEHICLE EVALUATION AND OPERATION OF TEST EQUIPMENT WHILE DRIVING
2.7.1. Dangers of distraction
2.7.1.1. Operation of test equipment while driving is distracting and specifically forbidden. Use of test equipment while driving can cause both physical and cognitive distractions. Specifically, using test equipment while driving can significantly impair a driver's:
2.7.1.1.1. Reaction time;
2.7.1.1.2. Visual search patterns;
2.7.1.1.3. Ability to maintain speed and position on the road;
2.7.1.1.4. Ability to judge safe gaps in the traffic; and
2.7.1.1.5. General awareness of other traffic.
2.7.2. What you should do:
2.7.2.1. Do not use test equipment while driving.
2.7.2.2. Do not allow yourself to be distracted by detailed evaluations.
2.7.3. Why you should do it:
2.7.3.1. Distractions including use of test equipment or detailed evaluation may have significant impacts on your car control abilities and driving safety. The associated lack of concentration may be compared to use of a mobile phone, known to lead to actions such as driving around corners too fast and delayed braking.
2.8. USE OF MOBILE PHONES
2.8.1. Dangers of Using a Mobile Phone whilst Driving
2.8.1.1. Driving while using a mobile phone can cause both physical and cognitive distractions. Specifically, using a mobile phone while driving can significantly impair a driver's:
2.8.1.1.1. Reaction time;
2.8.1.1.2. Visual search patterns;
2.8.1.1.3. Ability to maintain speed and position on the road;
2.8.1.1.4. Ability to judge safe gaps in the traffic; and
2.8.1.1.5. General awareness of other traffic.
2.8.2. What you should do:
2.8.2.1. The use of hands-free mobile phones should be kept to an absolute minimum when driving.
2.8.2.2. The use of hand-held mobile phones is illegal and must not be used at all when driving. Allow calls to go to message bank, or if a call must be taken, pull over safely before answering the call.
2.8.3. Why you should do it:
2.8.3.1. Using mobile phones while driving has been found to increase crash risk. Talking on the phone has significant impacts on car control and safety. The associated lack of concentration leads to actions such as driving around corners too fast and delayed braking.
2.8.3.2. The risk of being involved in a fatal crash while using a mobile phone (hand held and hands-free) is four times higher than when not using a mobile phone at all.
2.9. LACK OF SLEEP AND DRIVING
2.9.1. Some common danger signs of fatigue generally recognized by drivers include:
2.9.1.1. Yawning;
2.9.1.2. Heavy eyes;
2.9.1.3. Blurred vision;
2.9.1.4. Reduced concentration or 'zoning out';
2.9.1.5. Delayed reactions;
2.9.1.6. Difficulty in keeping the car within a lane or drifting off the road;
2.9.1.7. More frequent and unnecessary variations in driving speed; and
2.9.1.8. Difficulty remembering the last few kilometers.
2.9.2. By the time drivers recognize the above symptoms, fatigue has already started to affect driving ability. Attempting to fight the signs of fatigue (such as winding down the window, turning up the volume of the radio) and continuing to drive is very dangerous. It can lead to the onset of the most critical stage of driving while fatigued – nodding off or falling asleep at the wheel.
2.9.3. What you should do:
2.9.3.1. Plan realistic driving schedules, stop for appropriate rest breaks, take a 'powernap' if you are feeling tired and avoid driving during normal sleeping hours. A good night's sleep is required before any long trip. Avoid any consumption of alcohol before and during your journey.
2.9.3.2. A general rule to remember is driving more than 16 hours since your last night's sleep is equivalent to driving with a blood alcohol level greater than .05. Alternatives such as taxis and/or public transport should be considered where practical. If you are concerned about your level of fatigue, please talk to your Supervisor.
2.9.4. Why you should do it:
2.9.4.1. Driving when tired can be as dangerous as drink-driving.
2.9.4.2. Driver fatigue affects concentration and reaction times. Fatigue (lack of sleep) is a factor in around 25% of casualty crashes and almost one in three severe single vehicle crashes on rural roads.
2.10. COURTEOUS DRIVING
2.10.1. Ou rcompany promotes courteous driving and encourages you to drive appropriately for the road conditions, driving courteously by letting other vehicles merge and being patient at pedestrian crossings. This will discourage the potential for aggressive behavior with others sharing the road.
3. DISCIPLINE
3.1. Please obey all road laws. You will personally incur the penalties and demerit points attached to breaches.
3.2. You may also be subjected to internal Company disciplinary actions up to and including termination of employment depending on the type of offence.
4. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
4.1. More information on safe driving, including sources for data cited in this talk is available at the website of the Australian State of Victoria’s Traffic Accident Commission (TAC).
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