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Advances in the Optimization of Vehicular Traffic in Smart Cities: Integration of Blockchain and Computer Vision for Sustainable Mobility

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  • Angel Jaramillo-Alcazar

    (Escuela de Ingeniería en Ciberseguridad, Facultad de Ingenierías y Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad de Las Américas, Quito 170125, Ecuador)

  • Jaime Govea

    (Escuela de Ingeniería en Ciberseguridad, Facultad de Ingenierías y Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad de Las Américas, Quito 170125, Ecuador)

  • William Villegas-Ch

    (Escuela de Ingeniería en Ciberseguridad, Facultad de Ingenierías y Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad de Las Américas, Quito 170125, Ecuador)

Abstract

The growing adoption of Artificial Intelligence of Things technologies in smart cities generates significant transformations to address urban challenges and move towards sustainability. This article analyzes the economic, social, and environmental impacts of Artificial Intelligence of Things in urban environments, focusing on a case study on optimizing vehicular traffic. The research methodology is based on a comprehensive analysis of academic literature and government sources, followed by the creation of a simulated city model. This framework implemented a vehicle-traffic optimization system integrating artificial intelligence algorithms, computer vision, and blockchain technology. The results obtained in this case study are highly encouraging: artificial intelligence algorithms processed real-time data from security cameras and traffic lights, resulting in a notable 20% reduction in traffic congestion during peak hours. Furthermore, implementing blockchain technology guarantees the security and immutability of traffic data, strengthening trust in the system and promoting sustainability in urban environments. These results highlight the importance of combining advanced technologies to effectively address modern cities’ complex challenges and move towards more sustainable and livable cities.

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  • Angel Jaramillo-Alcazar & Jaime Govea & William Villegas-Ch, 2023. "Advances in the Optimization of Vehicular Traffic in Smart Cities: Integration of Blockchain and Computer Vision for Sustainable Mobility," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(22), pages 1-23, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:22:p:15736-:d:1276165
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