IIIT-Hyderabad, Intel collab to boost Nagpur’s road safety
ROADS & HIGHWAYS

IIIT-Hyderabad, Intel collab to boost Nagpur’s road safety

In a first such collaborative effort in the nation, top institutes of India will utilise artificial intelligence (AI) in road safety to lessen accidents.

The International Institute of Information Technology-Hyderabad (IIIT-H), along with tech giant Intel, CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) and NMC (Nagpur Municipal Corporation), among other partners, have started project iRASTE (intelligent Solutions for Road Safety through Technology and Engineering) in Nagpur.

On Monday, Nivruti Rai, country head, Intel India and vice-president, Intel Foundry Services, told the media that as a part of this project, the partners would be leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to overcome road accident incidents by nearly 50% in Nagpur city in the coming two years and build a model that can be scaled up and replicated in the entire country.

iRASTE will concentrate on three key features -vehicle safety, mobility analysis and road infrastructure safety. Under this project, NMC’s fleet of vehicles will be provided with a collision-avoidance system, a subset of Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS), that can lessen accidents and near misses by up to 60%. Currently, around 30 buses in Nagpur have been fitted with such devices, and it will be scaled up to about 350 in the following days.

These sensors will also assist in mapping current accident-prone areas and the likely accident zones in the entire road network, helping road maintenance agencies to intervene at an early stage and go for preventive maintenance.

Shekhar C Mande, DG, CSIR, told the media that CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) would assist in identifying the accident-prone locations and estimate the drivers’ behaviour before and after the establishment of collision avoidance systems in their vehicles. This project can be emulated in many cities as well. While Intel India will bring its ADAS technology.

CRRI will leverage its domain expertise in road engineering and IIIT-Hyderabad will be undertaking AI-based research to address population-scale road safety via its INAI centre for applied AI research. Additionally, Mahindra & Mahindra will conduct road safety public awareness programs and driver training in Nagpur.

Image Source


Also read: Govt to join hands with private players to reduce road accidents

In a first such collaborative effort in the nation, top institutes of India will utilise artificial intelligence (AI) in road safety to lessen accidents. The International Institute of Information Technology-Hyderabad (IIIT-H), along with tech giant Intel, CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) and NMC (Nagpur Municipal Corporation), among other partners, have started project iRASTE (intelligent Solutions for Road Safety through Technology and Engineering) in Nagpur. On Monday, Nivruti Rai, country head, Intel India and vice-president, Intel Foundry Services, told the media that as a part of this project, the partners would be leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to overcome road accident incidents by nearly 50% in Nagpur city in the coming two years and build a model that can be scaled up and replicated in the entire country. iRASTE will concentrate on three key features -vehicle safety, mobility analysis and road infrastructure safety. Under this project, NMC’s fleet of vehicles will be provided with a collision-avoidance system, a subset of Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS), that can lessen accidents and near misses by up to 60%. Currently, around 30 buses in Nagpur have been fitted with such devices, and it will be scaled up to about 350 in the following days. These sensors will also assist in mapping current accident-prone areas and the likely accident zones in the entire road network, helping road maintenance agencies to intervene at an early stage and go for preventive maintenance. Shekhar C Mande, DG, CSIR, told the media that CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) would assist in identifying the accident-prone locations and estimate the drivers’ behaviour before and after the establishment of collision avoidance systems in their vehicles. This project can be emulated in many cities as well. While Intel India will bring its ADAS technology. CRRI will leverage its domain expertise in road engineering and IIIT-Hyderabad will be undertaking AI-based research to address population-scale road safety via its INAI centre for applied AI research. Additionally, Mahindra & Mahindra will conduct road safety public awareness programs and driver training in Nagpur. Image Source Also read: Govt to join hands with private players to reduce road accidents

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Anand Vihar and Punjabi Bagh Flyovers Ready

Work on two major road infrastructure projects, the Anand Vihar flyover and the Punjabi Bagh flyover, has been completed but are yet to be opened for public use, according to officials. Located in highly congested areas, work on these projects started around two years ago. "The work on the flyover is complete and it is ready for opening," said a PWD official on Wednesday. According to sources, both the flyovers are likely to be inaugurated closer to the assembly elections in Delhi, scheduled for early next year. During the time the work was under way, motorists faced heavy traffic congestion ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

RDSO finalise oscillation trials on Indore Metro

Indore Metro Phase 1 advances with the completion of oscillation and brake performance trials on the Yellow Line through three coaches manufactured by Alstom conducted by Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO). The oscillation trials were conducted with an aim to evaluate the stability and performance of the three different coaches during the movement, ensuring that the commencement of operation on Indore metro meets the safety and performance standard. The Emergency Braking Distance (EBD) was also reviewed by the RDSO team to evaluate the efficient stopping of trains during the op..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

IIT Guwahati develops sustainable geopolymer

A research team at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, led by Prof. Anil K. Mishra from the Department of Civil Engineering, has developed an innovative solution to two major global challenges: industrial waste management and sustainable construction. Their research focuses on creating a geopolymer using industrial byproducts and waste materials, such as water treatment sludge (WTS), fly ash (FA), and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS). “With the rapid pace of urbanisation and industrialisation, managing industrial waste has become a critical global issue," said IIT Guwaha..

Hi There!

"Now get regular updates from CW Magazine on WhatsApp!

Join the CW WhatsApp channel for the latest news, industry events, expert insights, and project updates from the construction and infrastructure industry.

Click the link below to join"

+91 81086 03000