AI IN TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 2024-25

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

1.1 OVERVIEW

Traffic management is one of the most important tasks in transportation engineering. Today,
most traffic is monitored by humans sitting in control rooms and watching many CCTV cameras. This
method is slow, tiring, and not always accurate because humans can make mistakes or miss things when
they get tired.Traffic congestion and road safety are major challenges in modern urban transportation.
Traditional traffic management systems rely on manual surveillance, loop detectors, and sensors,
which are often inefficient, costly, and prone to errors. With increasing vehicle density, there is a
growing need for intelligent traffic control mechanisms to improve efficiency and safety.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing traffic management by enabling real-time
monitoring, automated incident detection, and predictive analytics. AI-powered systems use
computer vision, deep learning, and data analytics to analyze traffic flow, detect congestion, track
vehicles, and predict potential road hazards. Technologies like YOLO, Faster R-CNN, and Mask R-
CNN enhance vehicle detection and classification, while machine learning algorithms optimize traffic
signal timings and reduce bottlenecks.By integrating AI, traffic management becomes faster, more
accurate, and scalable, leading to reduced congestion, improved safety, and efficient urban
mobility. AI-driven solutions are a key component of smart cities, enabling sustainable and intelligent
transportation networks.

1.2 OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of this study is to examine and understand advanced approach to monitor
and control traffic using smart technologies. Instead of relying on manual observation, AI-powered
systems use live video feeds from traffic cameras and analyze them in real-time using deep learning
models like YOLOv4, Mask R-CNN, and CenterNet. These systems can automatically detect traffic
congestion, count and classify vehicles, and identify accidents or stranded vehicles. They work
efficiently even in poor weather or low lighting conditions, helping reduce human errors and delay. By
providing fast and accurate information through a user-friendly interface, AI in traffic management
supports smart city planning, improves road safety, and makes traffic flow smoother and more efficient.

1.3 PROBLEM STATEMENT

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Traditional traffic management systems rely heavily on human operators to monitor video feeds
from numerous cameras, which is time-consuming, inefficient, and prone to human error. These
manual processes struggle to detect traffic congestion, accidents, or vehicle breakdowns in real-time,
especially when dealing with large volumes of data across multiple locations. Additionally, poor
weather conditions, low visibility, and camera quality can further reduce monitoring accuracy. With
growing urban populations and increasing traffic volumes, there is a critical need for an intelligent,
automated system that can accurately monitor traffic, detect incidents quickly, and reduce the workload
on human operators. Additionally, traditional traffic monitoring techniques (such as loop detectors and
manual counting) struggle with:

• High operational costs due to manpower requirements.

• Inaccuracy in vehicle detection due to human errors and environmental conditions like
poor visibility.
• Slow response time in detecting incidents, leading to increased congestion and accidents

1.4 EXISTING SYSTEM

The existing traffic management system mainly depends on manual monitoring through CCTV
cameras installed on roads and intersections. Human operators sit in Traffic Management Centers
(TMCs) and observe live video feeds to detect traffic jams, accidents, or other road incidents. Vehicle
counting and traffic analysis are also done manually or using basic sensors like inductive loops. These
methods are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to errors. Monitoring multiple cameras at
the same time is difficult, especially during peak hours. Additionally, these systems struggle in poor
weather or low visibility conditions and often fail to provide real-time alerts. Overall, the traditional
system lacks automation, scalability, and accuracy, which are essential for handling modern-day traffic
challenges.

1.5 DISADVANTAGES OF EXISTING SYSTEM

Existing systems face several limitations including:

• Manual monitoring is slow, tiring, and inefficient over long periods.

• Human error is common due to fatigue, distractions, or overwhelming workloads.
• Monitoring multiple live camera feeds simultaneously is extremely difficult.
• No automated system for real-time incident detection or alerts.
• Manual methods make it hard to accurately count and classify vehicles.

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• Poor visibility in bad weather or low-light conditions affects monitoring quality.
• The system lacks scalability and cannot easily adapt to growing urban traffic needs.
• Storing and reviewing long hours of footage is expensive and resource-heavy.
• The system cannot analyze complex traffic behaviors or patterns effectively.
• No integration with smart technologies like adaptive signals or smart routing systems.
1.6 PROPOSED SYSTEM

The proposed system introduces an AI-enabled traffic monitoring framework that automates the
entire traffic observation and analysis process. Instead of relying on manual human monitoring, this
system uses real-time video feeds from traffic cameras and processes them using advanced deep learning
models like YOLOv4, Mask R-CNN, and CenterNet. These models help in accurately detecting traffic
congestion, counting and classifying vehicles, and identifying stationary or broken-down vehicles.

Key Features:

1. AI-Based Real-Time Monitoring – Uses deep learning models (YOLO, Faster R-CNN,
Mask R-CNN) to analyze traffic from multiple cameras.
2. Automated Traffic Detection – Identifies congestion, stationary vehicles, and road incidents
with high accuracy.
3. Vehicle Counting & Classification – AI accurately counts and categorizes vehicles for better
traffic analysis.
4. Traffic Anomaly Detection – Detects accidents, stranded vehicles, and violations through
AI-powered tracking.
5. Interactive Graphical User Interface (GUI) – Provides real-time traffic insights.
6. Scalability & Adaptability – Works in varied environments like low light, rain, and fog for
efficient urban traffic management.

1.7 ADVANTAGES OF PROPOSED SYSTEM

The AI-based system offers numerous benefits over traditional methods:

• Enables automatic, real-time monitoring of traffic without human intervention.

• Detects congestion, accidents, and incidents quickly and accurately.

• Uses powerful AI models like YOLOv4, Mask R-CNN, and CenterNet for high
detection accuracy.

• Accurately counts and classifies different vehicle types on the road.

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• Performs reliably in poor weather conditions and low-light environments.

• Reduces the need for human operators, minimizing fatigue and errors.

• Provides a user-friendly GUI for easy monitoring and quick decision-making.

• Scalable to handle video feeds from multiple traffic cameras across wide areas.

• Detects traffic anomalies and unsafe driving behaviors using tracking algorithms.

• Supports data-driven planning for smart cities and traffic system improvements.

• Minimizes data storage needs by processing footage in real-time.

• Cost-effective in the long term due to reduced manpower and improved traffic control.

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CHAPTER 2

LITERATURE SURVEY

2.1 Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Traffic Monitoring System

Authors: Vishal Mandal, Abdul Rashid Mussah, Peng Jin and Yaw Adu-Gyamfi
Published in: 2020
Summary: This research demonstrates how AI-based traffic monitoring can improve urban mobility
and provide a cost-effective alternative to expensive commercial traffic management software. By
integrating deep learning and object tracking, the proposed system can automate traffic
surveillance, optimize traffic signals, and enhance real-time decision-making at Traffic
Management Centers. The rapid advancements in deep learning and high-performance computing have
significantly expanded the capabilities of video-based traffic monitoring systems. Traditional traffic
surveillance methods often face challenges in accuracy, efficiency, and scalability, especially in urban
environments with high vehicle density. This study presents an AI-driven automatic traffic
monitoring system that leverages deep learning models to enhance traffic surveillance through a user-
friendly graphical interface.
The research integrates several state-of-the-art deep learning algorithms, including Mask R-CNN,
Faster R-CNN, YOLO, and CenterNet, along with object tracking techniques such as IOU and
Feature Tracker, to detect and track vehicles effectively. The system is designed to address critical
traffic management challenges, including traffic queue detection, stationary vehicle identification,
and vehicle counting.

2.2 Traffic Management: Implementing AI To Optimize Traffic Flow And Reduce

Congestion
Author: Aravind Sasidharan Pillai
Published in: 2024
Summary: This research demonstrates the significant benefits of AI in traffic management, with AI
models accurately predicting traffic volumes and optimizing signal timings, reducing travel times and
congestion. Case studies from Pittsburgh, Hangzhou, and Barcelona show successful AI integration in
urban traffic systems, enhancing efficiency and reducing idling. These findings highlight AI's potential
to revolutionize traffic management and support sustainable urban mobility, addressing issues like
congestion, fuel consumption, and pollution.

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2.3 Edge ML Technique for Smart Traffic Management in Intelligent
Transportation Systems
Authors: Anakhi Hazarika , Moustafa M. Nasralla ,Nikumani Choudhury, Sohaib Bin Altaf Khattak
And Ikram Ur Rehman.
Published in: 2024
Summary: This paper presents a smart traffic signal system that minimizes vehicle delay using image
approximation with the RAKE algorithm and a pruned YOLO network for efficient object detection.
The system runs on low-power IoT devices and uses a DTLS mechanism to prioritize vehicles based
on delay, including a green corridor for emergency vehicles. Technologies like DSME-GTSs, IEEE
802.15.4, and LoRa enable low energy use, low latency, and high throughput. Future work includes
using machine learning and connected vehicles to predict traffic patterns and dynamically adjust
signal timings.

2.4 Real-time Traffic Management in Emergency using AI

Authors: Mahima Jaiswal, Neetu Gupta ,Ajay Rana.
Published in: 2020
Summary: This paper explores the role of AI in improving traffic management, especially in urban
areas where inefficient human control leads to daily challenges. AI mimics human intelligence to
analyze surroundings and make decisions. The paper proposes a lane management design using real-
time ambulance tracking and intelligent signal control to ensure smooth flow during medical
emergencies. It emphasizes the need for AI-based solutions in developing countries and presents a
review of previous research. The proposed solution includes variable signal timings and a dedicated
corridor for emergency vehicles to enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion
2.5 Autonomous Smart Traffic Management System Using AI CNN and LSTM
Authors: Christofel Rio Goenawan
Published in: 2024
Summary: This paper presents an AI-based Autonomous Smart Traffic Management (STM) system
to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow. It uses YOLO V5 for vehicle detection and RNN-
LSTM to predict traffic for the next 12 hours. Based on predictions, the system adjusts traffic signal
cycle lengths. The model achieved an MSE of 4.521 and RMSE of 2.232. In CARLA simulation,
STM increased traffic flow by 50% (21 vs. 15 vehicles/min) and reduced vehicle delay by 70% (5 vs.
12 seconds), showing the system’s effectiveness in enhancing traffic efficiency using AI.

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2.6 AIot-Based Smart Traffic Management System

Authors: Ahmed Mahmoud Elbasha and Mohammad M. Abdellatif
Published in: 2023
Summary: This paper proposes an AI-based smart traffic management system that uses live CCTV
footage to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion without requiring extra hardware. The AI
model counts vehicles and assesses traffic density in real time, enabling adaptive signal control based
on traffic volume. Simulated using PyGame, the system showed a 34% improvement in efficiency
over traditional static lights, proving its effectiveness. Integrating this system with existing CCTV
infrastructure can greatly enhance urban traffic management.
2.7 Review of AI-Based Traffic Management Systems in Urban Mobility
Authors: : Fnu Samaah , Andrew Edward
Published in: 2024
Summary: This paper explores the role of advanced AI technologies—such as Machine Learning
(ML), Reinforcement Learning (RL), Autonomous Management Systems (AMS), Swarm Intelligence
(SI), and the Internet of Things (IoT)—in addressing the challenges of urban mobility and traffic
management. Traditional systems face persistent issues like congestion, pollution, long travel times,
and outdated infrastructure. AI offers innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions for urban traffic
management by enabling real-time data processing, spatiotemporal traffic forecasting, and adaptive
control systems. Current research highlights the effectiveness of hybrid AI approaches, integration
with cloud services, and intelligent traffic prediction models to improve system performance and
policy implementation.
2.8 Artificial Intelligence-Based Real-Time Traffic Management
Authors: Abbas Kadkhodayi, Mohammad Jabeli, Hassan Aghdam and Shahin Mirbakhsh
Published in: 2023
Summary: This study emphasizes the limitations of traditional traffic control methods in managing
the complex, non-linear, and uncertain nature of modern traffic systems. It highlights Artificial
Intelligence (AI) as a promising solution, utilizing techniques like fuzzy logic, neural networks,
reinforcement learning, and evolutionary algorithms. The proposed approach integrates Ant Colony
Optimization (ACO) with a distributed multi-agent system, enhanced by IoT technology, to optimize
route planning, reduce accidents, and improve traffic efficiency. This demonstrates the potential of
AI and multi-agent architectures in creating smarter, safer, and more sustainable urban traffic
management systems.

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2.9 Implementation of AI in Traffic Management: Need, Current Techniques and

Challenges
Authors: S.Faiza Nasim, Asma Qaiser, Nazia Abrar ,Umme Kulsoom
Published in: 2023
Summary: the research paper, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a promising solution to
address the ongoing challenges of traffic management in major cities. Although various AI techniques
have been developed and tested, the widespread adoption of these systems is still limited. The paper
analyzes the need for AI in traffic systems, reviews existing approaches, and discusses the key
obstacles—such as infrastructure limitations, data availability, and system complexity—that hinder
large-scale implementation.
2.10 Artificial Intelligence in Traffic Management: A Review of Smart Solutions

and Urban Impact

Authors: Afees Olanrewaju Akinade, Peter Adeyemo Adepoju, Adebimpe Bolatito Ige, Adeoye
Idowu Afolabi
Published in: 2024
Summary: As outlined in the research paper, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming traffic
management by addressing urban mobility challenges driven by rising population density. AI offers
smart, sustainable, efficient, and safe solutions for modern cities. However, its implementation
requires careful consideration of ethical issues, data privacy, and the need for strong infrastructure.
The paper emphasizes a holistic and responsible approach—guided by ethical frameworks, public
engagement, and investment in infrastructure—to ensure AI’s effective and safe integration into
traffic systems. These strategies aim to build smarter, safer, and more sustainable urban environments.

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CHAPTER 3

REQUIREMENT ANALYSIS AND SPECIFICATION

3.1 Functional Requirements

The system is designed to perform critical traffic monitoring and management tasks using
advanced AI techniques, ensuring real-time decision-making and enhanced urban mobility. The core
functional modules include:

• Real-Time Video Input Handling: To accept and process live video feeds from multiple
traffic cameras across various locations for continuous monitoring.
• Vehicle Detection and Classification: Responsible for detecting moving and stationary
vehicles, as well as classifying them into categories (e.g., cars, trucks, buses, pedestrians,
cyclists) using AI models like YOLO or Faster R-CNN.
• Traffic Congestion Detection: Uses AI models such as Mask R-CNN or YOLOv4 to
identify and flag congestion zones in real-time, allowing for dynamic signal adjustments.
• Vehicle Counting: Tracks the number of vehicles passing through road segments,
providing accurate traffic volume data for analysis and decision-making.
• Anomaly Detection: Detects abnormal traffic events such as accidents, stalled vehicles, or
sudden stops using machine learning algorithms, enabling faster response times.
• Weather and Lighting Adaptability: Ensures effective functioning of the system in varying
environmental conditions, including rain, fog, snow, and low-light scenarios.
• Tracking of Vehicle Movement: Employs tracking algorithms like Intersection over Union
(IOU) or feature-based tracking to follow vehicle movements across frames.
• Graphical User Interface (GUI): Provides an interactive and user-friendly interface for
traffic operators to visualize live traffic status, alerts, and detailed analytics.

3.2 Non-Functional Requirements

Beyond functionality, the system must meet several quality benchmarks to be usable in safety-critical
scenarios:
• Performance Efficiency: The system must process real-time data with minimal latency for
timely traffic management.
• Scalability: The system must support expansion to accommodate more cameras and sensors
without performance degradation.

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• Reliability and Availability: The system must be highly available with minimal downtime,
ensuring continuous traffic control.
• Security: The system must secure sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access or cyber
threats.
• Data Privacy and Compliance: The system must comply with data privacy regulations and
secure personal information.
• Maintainability: The system should be easy to maintain, with modular upgrades and clear
documentation.
• Energy Efficiency: The system must minimize energy usage while maintaining performance.

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CHAPTER 4

SYSTEM DESIGN

4.1 Architecture
The complete system follows a multi-tier architecture:
1. Input Layer: Captures real-time RGB traffic footage from multiple surveillance cameras for
further analysis.
2. Preprocessing Pipeline: Processes raw images through annotation, resizing, and normalization
to prepare data for deep learning models.
3. Perception Layer (R-CNN/YOLOv4): Performs core AI-based analysis to interpret traffic
scenes using deep learning models.
• Detection: Detects and classifies vehicles and objects using models like YOLOv4 and
R-CNN.
• Segmentation: Performs pixel-wise segmentation of traffic zones and road areas using Mask
R-CNN.
• Tracking: Maintains object continuity across frames using IOU and feature-based tracking to
analyze movement and detect anomalies.

Figure 4.1: System Architecture Diagram

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4. Decision Layer: Analyzes AI outputs to classify traffic conditions, detect anomalies, and trigger
real-time alerts for traffic operators.
5. Actuation Interface: Provides a user-friendly GUI that displays live traffic data, alerts, and
analytics for informed traffic control actions.

4.2 Methodology
• Training Dataset: Used 18,509 images from Iowa 511, NY DOT, RITIS, and Louisiana DOT
covering various road types and weather conditions.
• Data Labeling: Annotated using VGG Image Annotator with bounding boxes and segmentation
masks for vehicles and traffic zones.
• Model Development: Trained YOLOv4, Mask R-CNN, and CenterNet models on GTX 1080Ti
GPU with batch size 1, learning rate 0.001.
• Validation: Evaluated using precision, recall, and accuracy on labeled images from congested
and uncongested scenes.
• Deployment: Deployed on GPU-enabled backend, tested on 100 real-world CCTV feeds for real-
time traffic and anomaly detection.
• Algorithms Used:
• Faster R-CNN: High-accuracy object detection for 5 classes (car, bus, truck, cyclist,
pedestrian). It's a two-stage detector that first proposes regions and then classifies objects
with high accuracy. Used for detecting different vehicle types (car, bus, truck, etc.) and
stationary vehicles in traffic videos.
• Mask R-CNN: Pixel-level segmentation ideal for traffic queues and scene breakdown.
Used mainly for traffic queue detection to measure congestion more precisely.
• YOLOv4: A real-time, single-stage detector that detects objects in one pass through the
image. Used for vehicle detection and counting, and performs well under different
conditions like day/night.
• CenterNet: Uses keypoint detection to find object centers and dimensions, making it fast
and accurate. Applied for vehicle counting, especially effective in complex or
overlapping traffic scenes.

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4.3 Activity Diagram

Figure 4.2: Activity Diagram for Visual Recognition Process

The following activity diagram illustrates the complete workflow of the visual recognition
process employed in the AI-enabled traffic monitoring system, from system initialization to the
transmission of detected object data for decision-making.

• Start: Begin the automated traffic monitoring workflow.

• Initialize System: Set up all necessary hardware and software components.
• Load Pre-trained CNN Model: Load a pre-trained deep learning model (e.g., YOLOv4,
Mask R-CNN, Faster R-CNN) for object detection and classification.
• Activate/Initialize Camera or Sensor : Activate traffic surveillance cameras or sensors to
begin real-time data capture.

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• Capture Real-time Traffic Image/Video Frame: Continuously acquire frames from the
live traffic feed for processing.
• Preprocess Input Frame: Perform image preprocessing steps such as resizing,
normalization, and formatting to prepare input for the CNN model.
• Run CNN Model for Object Detection: Apply the CNN model to the frame to detect
objects of interest in real time.
• Detect & Classify Vehicles / Pedestrians / Traffic Signs: Identify and categorize detected
objects into classes like:
• Vehicles (cars, trucks, bikes, buses)
• Pedestrians
• Traffic signs/signals
• Segment Objects in Frame: Use pixel-level segmentation (e.g., with Mask R-CNN) to
accurately delineate the shape and position of objects, especially useful for queue length
estimation.
• Visualize Results (Bounding Boxes, Labels) : Overlay bounding boxes and labels on the
frame to visualize the detected and classified objects.
• Send Data to Traffic Decision Module: Transmit the processed information to the decision-
making module for further tasks such as:
1. Traffic control
2. Congestion analysis
3. Anomaly detection
• Stop: End the visual recognition cycle.

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4.4 Real-life Illustration

Figure 4.3: Real-life Illustration of an AI in traffic management system

The image represents a real-world example of an AI-enabled Traffic Management System

functioning at a busy urban intersection. It showcases a high-definition CCTV camera mounted on a
pole, responsible for capturing real-time traffic data. Using Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial
Intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), the system is able
to detect and classify various road entities such as cars, bicycles, and pedestrians. In the image, we can
observe green bounding boxes around these objects, indicating that the AI model has successfully
recognized and labeled them. This process begins with the camera capturing continuous frames of the
traffic scene.
These frames are then sent to an edge computing device or server where preprocessing occurs—
removing noise and formatting the data for analysis. The AI model, trained using deep learning
frameworks like YOLO (You Only Look Once) or Faster R-CNN, identifies and segments objects in
each frame. The results are then visualized with bounding boxes and labels, and can be transmitted to
centralized cloud platforms or traffic control units. This real-time recognition helps in monitoring traffic
flow, detecting violations, and making dynamic decisions such as adjusting traffic light durations based
on congestion levels. Technologies involved include surveillance cameras, edge computing, OpenCV,
TensorFlow/PyTorch for model deployment, and IoT systems for integration with smart city
infrastructure. This AI-based approach not only automates traffic surveillance but also improves road
safety, reduces congestion, enables data-driven planning, and ensures faster response to incidents.
Overall, the image exemplifies how advanced AI and vision systems are transforming traditional traffic
control into intelligent, adaptive urban solutions.

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CHAPTER 5
5.1 Future Enhancement
The existing AI-based traffic monitoring system can be significantly enhanced using advanced
technologies like AI, machine learning, deep learning, IoT, and cloud computing. Future improvements
could include deploying models on edge devices like NVIDIA Jetson for real-time processing without
relying on central servers, integrating IoT-based sensors to detect accidents or abnormal sounds, and
adding an automatic alert system to notify emergency services instantly.

Reinforcement learning algorithms can be used to create smart traffic lights that adapt to real-time
congestion, while driver behavior analysis using 3D CNNs or LSTM models can detect lane violations
or sudden stops. Accident prediction models using historical traffic and weather data powered by
Random Forest or neural networks can help prevent collisions. GANs can be used for data augmentation
by creating synthetic images under various weather or lighting conditions, improving model robustness.
Additionally, using Vision Transformers or Video Swin Transformers can enhance scene understanding
in video footage.

A centralized cloud-based dashboard (built using Azure, AWS, or Streamlit) can visualize live traffic
data, track anomalies, and predict future traffic flow using LSTM or Prophet. Together, these
advancements would make the system smarter, faster, and more scalable for real-world deployment
across smart cities.As the field evolves, several directions remain open for improvement:

• Edge AI (NVIDIA Jetson, Google Coral) – Real-time processing at traffic signals without
internet dependency.

• IoT Integration – Use sensors to detect crashes, sound, or vehicle vibrations instantly.

• Reinforcement Learning (RL) – Enables adaptive, intelligent traffic signal timing based
on real-time flow.

• 3D CNNs & LSTM Models – Analyze driver behavior like sudden braking or illegal turns.

• Accident Prediction (ML Models) – Forecast high-risk zones using past traffic and weather
data.

• GANs (Generative Adversarial Networks) – Create synthetic training data for rare traffic
scenarios.

• Vision Transformers – Enhance video scene understanding and object detection accuracy.

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• Cloud Dashboard (Azure, AWS, GCP) – Visualize and manage real-time traffic data across
cities.

• Time Series Forecasting (LSTM, Prophet) – Predict future congestion patterns for better
planning.

• Feature-Based Tracking + CenterNet – Improve vehicle counting even during occlusions

or rain.

These future enhancements will not only strengthen the reliability of intelligent traffic systems but also
pave the way for more responsive, adaptive, and scalable urban mobility solutions. With the integration
of advanced deep learning methods and real-time analytics, such systems have the potential to transform
traffic management into a proactive, automated, and highly efficient operation in the near future.

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