Implementing AI-Driven Traffic Signal Systems for Enhanced Traffic Management in Dammam

Abstract

Overcrowding poses a major challenge for urban cities, as the increasing number of private and commercial vehicles rapidly leads to congestion and queues at intersections. Similar congestion and long delays are beginning to occur in Dammam city as well. This further leads to increased environmental degradation, potential road accidents, poor public transport services, and a lack of affordable or accessible public facilities. This problem can be addressed by incorporating an AI-powered Traffic Management System with signal systems that focus on collecting and analyzing vast amounts of data, making intelligent predictions, and streamlining traffic flow to enhance road safety in general. The research utilizes Windows software for visual modeling and a fuzzy inference system, comparing the planned application with standard lighting in relation to traffic modeling, microscopic modeling, traffic control, and ITS technologies. The findings demonstrate that incorporating AI-powered traffic management increases efficiency, specifically in utilizing wireless communication technology for accurate data and allocation of clearing times. An adaptive traffic signal control system was also developed, informing passengers and drivers of traffic patterns, with results indicating its efficiency. The chosen model is based on a robust, effective, and accurate advancement focused on signal control performance prediction. Based on the study conclusions, it is appropriate to consider the effectiveness of AI-powered traffic signals for improving transport congestion in Dammam, utilizing the major findings to understand what policymakers may implement in their planning. The study provides a potential framework for Dammam City to adopt, which can be utilized as a tool in the identification of particular autonomous AI-driven traffic signal techniques.