Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Smart and Sustain able Urban Transportation

Exploration of how cutting-edge digital technologies can power humanity’s collective efforts towards urban transport environmental sustainability

Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Smart and Sustainable Urban Transportation delves into the nexus between urbanization, transportation, and climate change, providing a comprehensive analysis of how traditional transportation systems contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, thereby undermining our collective efforts towards environmental sustainability. Through lucid explanations and real-world examples, the book explores how cutting-edge digital technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain, can revolutionize urban transportation. Readers will gain insights into the role of AI-powered platforms and management software solutions that optimize energy usage, enhance efficiency, and promote sustainable mobility.

With contributions for a variety of experts in the fields of transportation, environmental science, and artificial intelligence, this book delivers perspectives on topics including:

• Intelligent traffic management and the impact of computer vision in smart transportation
• Connected lighting and AI-empowered battery management systems
• Edge computing and edge AI for real-time insights
• Route optimization and navigation, smart parking solutions, and fleet and fuel optimization
• Implementation of smart microgrids and renewable energy sources such as solar and wind

Whether you are a policymaker, urban planner, transportation professional, or simply a concerned citizen, Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Smart and Sustainable Urban Transportation serves as a vital resource for understanding the challenges and opportunities in transitioning towards a more sustainable future in the field of urban transportation.

Sathyan Munirathinam, PhD, is a Senior Manager of Data & Analytics at ASML Corporation in USA.

Pethuru R. Chelliah, PhD, is the Vice President of Reliance Jio Platforms Ltd. in Bangalore, India.

Peter Augustine, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) in Bangalore, India.

Beaulah Soundarabai, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) in Bangalore, India.