Resources

BeaconSafe Project Resources
Welcome to the BeaconSafe Resources page, where you’ll find essential project documents, estimates, and research that support our mission.
These resources provide transparency into our planning and technical development.
Whether you’re a backer, collaborator, or road safety enthusiast, this page will help you understand how BeaconSafe is building life-saving technology.
Introduction to BeaconSafe Resources
Overview
This Resources page is a collection of detailed documentation supporting BeaconSafe’s mission, technology, and societal impact. Each section provides white papers, technical diagrams, and user journey maps that inform and engage stakeholders, researchers, and contributors on the critical aspects of BeaconSafe’s development.
Disclaimer
Many of the reports, white papers, and documents presented on this page were generated with the assistance of AI technology to support early-stage project planning and research. While we strive for accuracy and clarity, we recognize the evolving nature of both the technology and the information provided. We invite qualified experts in roadside safety, public infrastructure, technology systems, and related fields to review, validate, correct, or refine any assumptions or data presented here. Your insights are invaluable in helping us ensure BeaconSafe’s effectiveness, reliability, and positive impact.
BeaconSafe System and Technology
Hardware Choices for BeaconSafe – A Smart, Scalable Roadside Safety Solution
This document discusses the essential hardware selections for BeaconSafe, covering components such as LoRaWAN modules for connectivity, high-lumen LEDs for visibility, and rugged enclosures for durability. The white paper explains the rationale for each component, emphasizing BeaconSafe’s goals of resilience, scalability, and cost-effective long-term maintenance.
Role of Smart Technology in Roadside Safety
This white paper analyzes how BeaconSafe integrates smart technology for enhanced safety, including Wi-Fi for activation and LoRaWAN for low-power, long-range connectivity. The document also addresses BeaconSafe’s compatibility with IoT systems, ensuring integration with smart city and V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) technologies for future-ready infrastructure.
Technical Diagrams and Process Flows
A set of technical diagrams showcasing BeaconSafe’s core processes and system architecture. Visuals include the activation process, communication flow, and municipal monitoring setup, illustrating the interactions between BeaconSafe’s components and user roles. Each diagram provides a clear picture of BeaconSafe’s operational functionality and connectivity design.
User Journeys and System Flow
System and User Journeys for BeaconSafe
This presentation maps out the journeys for different BeaconSafe users, including motorists, emergency responders, and municipal monitors. Each journey highlights BeaconSafe’s design for rapid roadside response, safety verification, and ease of use across varied conditions.
Specific User Journey Maps
These journey maps break down the experience for each user type, detailing steps for activation, emergency response, and municipal oversight. Designed to provide clarity on the user experience, each map outlines how BeaconSafe’s system supports quick and effective safety management.
Responder User Journey
Community-Driven Safety
BeaconSafe’s impact goes beyond technology—it’s about saving lives by reducing accidents and supporting first responders.
By partnering with local communities, we hope to raise awareness about roadside safety and work together to improve conditions.
Our mission is driven by the belief that safer roads are built through collaboration and community involvement.