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Radar Fusion Video Surveillance

The global video surveillance market is expected to reach $110.09 billion by 2028 according to The Business Research Company report, with a significant portion of this growth driven by advanced technologies like radar-assisted systems. Sid Jalan explores the applications of this technology. As security threats evolve, the integration of radar with traditional video surveillance systems is becoming increasingly essential. Radar ...

Scripting Toll Collection Revolution in India

Over the last decade, the tolling systems across the globe have revolutionized and undergone a remarkable transformation by incorporating technologies like Automatic Number Plate Recognition Systems and Electronic Toll Collection supported by digital payment solutions. The establishment of Indian Highway Management Company Limited (IHMCL), a company promoted by the National Highways Authority of India and mandating of NETC FASTag has ...

Fast-tracking Fast Mobility: Putting IHMCL on a growth path

The IHMCL we know today has come a long way: From 2012 to 2024, from simple road toll transactions and road safety infrastructure measures to GNSS based tolling. The organisation is transforming itself as a change agent, facilitating highway traffic management and seamless mobility. Amit Ranjan Chitranshi, who took over as the COO of IHMCL early last year, is in ...

From FASTag to GNSS : How smooth will the lane changing be?

  One of the important technical sessions at the International workshop on GNSS facilitated by IHMCL in June in New Delhi has been a panel discussion on OBU/AIS 140 VLT Device, CMV & NH Fee Rule. This session was followed by one on the toll charger engine, the third on issuer entities, onboarding and the payment system and the fourth ...

Advancing Road Safety: ADAS and DMS for Safer Roads

In India’s ambitious pursuit of safer roadways, the integration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) stands as a transformative approach to mitigate road accidents and enhance overall traffic safety. The prevalence of road crashes attributed to human error, including driver inattention and lapses in alertness, underscores the critical need for technological interventions that can pre-emptively ...

IIT Hyderabad Researchers Examine ADAS

In a pioneering effort to enhance road safety, researchers at IIT Hyderabad, led by Dr. Digvijay S. Pawar, Associate Professor from Transportation Engineering Group, Department of Civil Engineering, have published a new study on the effectiveness and acceptance of Advanced Driving Assistance Systems among Indian drivers. This study, published in the Journal of Intelligent and Connected Vehicles, is the first ...

Developing India Specific ADAS

Studies show that human factors are the leading cause of road accidents, responsible for about 57% of incidents, while vehicle and roadway factors contribute only 3% each, with the remaining incidents stemming from a combination of these elements. Some studies even suggest that human errors account for over 90% of accidents. In response to this pressing concern, IIT Roorkee has ...

The Rise and Impact of Camera Technologies in Law Enforcement

In the modern era of digital transformation, law enforcement agencies have increasingly turned to advanced technological tools to enhance public safety and enforce laws for the ever-increasing volume of vehicles. Among these tools, enforcement cameras have emerged as pivotal instruments. These devices can reduce the strain put on manual intervention, allowing effective monitoring of traffic and other public areas. Traffic ...

Understanding Audio Tactile Markings

In the pursuit of road safety, technological innovations and infrastructure improvements play pivotal roles in mitigating risks and enhancing the driving experience. Among these advancements, audio tactile markings have emerged as a significant contributor to road safety, particularly on high-speed roads. These markings are not just a measure for traffic management but a critical intervention to reduce the risk of ...

Greater Hyderabad Intelligent implementation of ITS

Approximately 70% of the applications available on the ITMS platform have been implemented in the Greater Hyderabad area of Telangana State comprising three Commissionerates, Hyderabad City, Cyberabad and Rachakonda. Key goals in the first phase including increase in average traffic speed, improving road safety, reducing pollution and improving AQI have been met to a degree. Consistency has been key to ...