Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the transportation industry by enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability through various applications like autonomous vehicles, traffic management, and supply chain optimization. AI technologies improve customer service and experience, boost safety and security, and facilitate the development of smart infrastructure and ride-sharing services. Furthermore, AI contributes to environmental sustainability by optimizing transportation systems and promoting eco-friendly practices.

1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in
Transportation
DR. A. PRABAHARAN
PROFESSOR & RESEARCH DIRECTOR
PUBLIC ACTION
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2. AI Transforms Transport Industry
 Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays a
significant role in transforming the
transport industry, offering
innovative solutions to enhance
efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
 Here are several ways AI is being
utilized in transportation
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3. Autonomous Vehicles
 AI is a key component in the development of self-driving
vehicles.
 Machine learning algorithms enable these vehicles to
perceive their environment, make decisions, and navigate
without human intervention.
 It is estimated to grow at CAGR 25 from 2023 to 2030
 Autonomous vehicles bring in numerous advantages to
the transport sector
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4. Traffic Management
AI helps optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion through real-
time data analysis.
Smart traffic lights, predictive analytics, and adaptive signal control
systems use AI to adjust traffic signals based on current conditions.
AI ensures cleaner air by monitoring and regulating traffic
AI ensures safer transportation
AI ensures greener transportation
Big cities and towns which are suffering from traffic problems got AI
as God sent gift
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5. Route Planning and Optimization:
 AI algorithms assist in optimizing routes for logistics
and transportation, taking into account factors such as
traffic conditions, weather, and fuel efficiency.
 This improves delivery times and reduces operational
costs
 Ola, Uber and other taxi services have reduced the
travel costs of the public with the route planning and
optimization technology
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6. Supply Chain Management
 AI is used to enhance efficiency and transparency in
supply chains.
 Supply Chain Management (SCM) helps to manage the
flow of goods, data and finances seamlessly in an
efficient manner
 From procurement of raw materials to the transportation
of finished goods perfect management is done with SCM
 Predictive analytics, machine learning, and real-time
tracking enable better inventory management, demand
forecasting, and overall supply chain optimization.
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7. Customer Service and Experience
 With the increasing globalization, customer service and experience
are very crucial for the success of business and its products
 AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants are employed in the
transportation industry to enhance customer service.
 These tools can provide real-time information about travel
schedules, delays, and other relevant details.
 .In the coming days, customer specific language across the world
can be made possible with AI breaking the language barrier
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8. Safety and Security
 AI technologies, including computer vision and sensors, contribute to
improving safety on roads and in public transportation.
 Automated monitoring systems can detect anomalies, assess potential risks,
and alert authorities in case of emergencies.
 AI technologies can detect potential hazards and save the travelling
people
 Especially the armed soldiers who get killed in landmines are going
to have boon time with AI technologies
 AI technologies can react faster than human drivers and save the
people when accident like situation happens
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9. Smart Infrastructure
 AI is integrated into the development of smart infrastructure, such as
smart roads and highways.
 These systems use sensors and data analysis to manage traffic, monitor
road conditions, and enhance overall transportation efficiency.
 Sensor based monitor, analyser, measurer and communicator can create
smart infrastructure
 These smart transport infrastructures are going to play pivotal role in
the future transport industry
 The fours pillars of the smart infrastructure are data, analytics, feedback
and adaptability
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10. Ride-Sharing and Mobility Services
 AI algorithms are used to match riders with drivers
efficiently, optimize routes for ride-sharing services, and
predict demand patterns.
 This helps in improving the overall user experience and
reducing wait times.
 Over 40 million e-hailing trips are booked everyday only
on two platforms
 It is 90% of the consumer spending on local travels
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11. Environmental Impact
 AI is employed to optimize transportation systems for sustainability.
 This includes developing electric and autonomous vehicles, as well as
implementing eco-friendly practices in logistics and supply chain
management
 Hydrogen gas run vehicles to electric vehicles to solar vehicles, clean
fuel powered vehicles are need of the hour
 Future transport industry will have completely environment friendly
ones
 AI can create integrated townships with all essentials at one place
without much transportation across the cities curtailing pollution in a
big way
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