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Chai K Toh^1,2, Julio A Sanguesa³, Juan C Cano⁴

¹GLG Group, San Francisco, CA, USA.

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|February 22, 2020

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This paper explores smart city transportation, focusing on smart roads and emerging technologies. It examines how these advancements are paving the way for future urban mobility and smart city realization.

Keywords:

V2X mobility smart cities smart transport wireless traffic signs

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Area of Science:

Urban Planning
Transportation Engineering
Smart City Development

Background:

Global initiatives are underway for smart city development, with significant investment from countries like China and India.
Transportation is a critical component of smart city infrastructure, requiring innovative solutions.
The integration of technology in urban transport is essential for future city planning.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current state of transportation technologies in smart cities.
To discuss ongoing developments and emerging advances in smart road technologies.
To analyze how smart road advancements contribute to the realization of future smart cities.

Main Methods:

Literature review of current smart city transportation projects.
Analysis of emerging transportation technologies and smart road innovations.
Discussion of the societal impact and future potential of these advancements.

Main Results:

Smart city projects are rapidly expanding globally, with substantial government and industry involvement.
Significant progress is being made in developing intelligent transportation systems and smart road infrastructure.
Emerging technologies show promise in enhancing urban mobility and efficiency.

Conclusions:

Smart roads are a key enabler for the successful implementation of smart cities.
Continued investment and research in transportation technology are crucial for future urban development.
The integration of smart transportation systems will redefine urban living and connectivity.