Density Based Traffic Management System

• Published in: 2024 IEEE International Students' Conference on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Science (SCEECS) pp. 1 - 6
• Main Authors: S, Amaranatha Sasthry, Sundar R, Shyam, M, Sri Ganesh, Kumar R, Anand, M, Jayalakshmi
• Format: Conference Proceeding
• Language: English
• Published: IEEE 24.02.2024
• Subjects: Computer vision; density analysis; dynamic; Embedded computing; Open CV; raspberry pi; real-time; Real-time systems; Traffic control; Traffic management; Transportation; Urban areas; Vehicle detection
• ISSN: 2688-0288
• DOI: 10.1109/SCEECS61402.2024.10482171

In the face of mounting challenges related to traffic congestion and road safety in modern urban areas, this paper introduces an innovative real-time traffic control system that leverages the capabilities of computer vision and embedded computing technologies. To achieve this, the system harnesses the power of OpenCV, a robust computer vision library, for the purpose of live vehicle detection using pre-trained cascade classifiers. By integrating cameras with Raspberry Pi devices, the system can capture real-time traffic footage, enabling the immediate analysis of traffic density and flow in multiple directions within the urban landscape. The core functionality of the system lies in its ability to process the captured video frames in real-time. By doing so, it can accurately detect vehicles, evaluate traffic flow conditions, and identify congested routes. This critical information is then employed to dynamically adjust traffic signals in response to the detected traffic conditions. These adjustments optimize traffic control measures, leading to the alleviation of congestion, and ultimately contributing to an enhancement in road safety. This paper provides a comprehensive exploration of the system architecture, the underlying algorithms, and integration details. Through this detailed discussion, the paper demonstrates the remarkable effectiveness of this approach in the realm of urban traffic management. By seamlessly combining computer vision and embedded computing technologies, this innovative traffic control system not only provides real-time insights into traffic conditions but also actively responds to these conditions to ensure a smoother and safer flow of vehicles through urban streets.