Development of new technologies for real-time traffic monitoring.

Research and innovations in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) bring numerous benefits to local and global communities. ITS is defined as a system based on the application of contemporary computer and communication technologies into transport, to increase traffic efficiency, reduce pollution and other environmental effects of transport, and increase travelers' safety. The main goals of our research, reported here, are to improve the safety and efficiency of transport. We investigate a comprehensive solution that includes computer vision, Internet of Things (IoT), social media and AI control of the whole transport system. Autonomous vehicles and vehicular ad hoc networks are intelligent subsystems that will also be integral parts of future transport systems. This is expected to significantly improve traffic safety and throughput which will deliver sustainable economic and environmental benefits to the industry and the community. In alignment with vision zero approaches, we aim at zero human casualties on the road and fewer greenhouse gases emissions. Road transport safety is a critical topic of state, national and international importance, due to the health and safety of the community and serious environmental implications. Public opinion is extremely important in the changes to come and we are presenting here results from a survey that we have conducted. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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