How Dubai RTA’s Smart Vehicles Are Transforming Your Road Experience
DUBAI – The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai is leading the way in road maintenance with its innovative smart vehicles, equipped with advanced laser and infrared technologies.
These vehicles utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure some of the best road conditions globally.
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Recently, the RTA showcased a road rehabilitation project along a 14-km stretch of Emirates Road, allowing media representatives to experience the capabilities of two specialized smart vehicles.
One vehicle identifies 14 types of road defects, while the other measures the International Roughness Index (IRI), crucial for assessing road smoothness.
Abdullah Lootah, Director of Road and Facilities Maintenance at the Traffic and Roads Agency, emphasized the importance of these innovations in providing a seamless driving experience.
Currently, Dubai boasts a Pavement Quality Index of 95% and a rideability score of 97%, ranking it first worldwide for road smoothness.
The Laser Crack Measurement System (LCMS-2) can detect various asphalt defects with approximately 97% accuracy, significantly improving efficiency compared to traditional inspections. Additionally, the IRI vehicle offers data on pavement ride quality.
Since the introduction of LCMS-3 in 2023, AI integration has optimized maintenance budgeting, allowing for prioritized repairs based on defect severity. Inspections occur biannually to ensure timely maintenance across Dubai’s extensive road network.
RTA’s smart vehicles also utilize infrared and laser detection to provide real-time data to the Pavement Management System (PMS), which autonomously prioritizes maintenance activities.
In April, RTA announced plans to implement Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology to assess both pavement conditions and road infrastructure elements.
With 12 specialized vehicles currently in operation, RTA continues to embrace technology to enhance road safety and efficiency in Dubai.
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