In the era of digital transformation, road infrastructure faces new perspectives and challenges that require rapid adaptation. Road infrastructures are increasingly integrating digital technologies to improve efficiency and safety. This includes intelligent traffic management systems, sensors to monitor road and infrastructure conditions, and the implementation of infrastructure for connected and autonomous vehicles.
The advent of autonomous vehicles and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication is revolutionizing how roads are designed and managed. Road infrastructure must support this new form of mobility, providing, for instance, signaling and traffic control systems tailored to the needs of autonomous vehicles.
With the rise of digitalization, road infrastructure generates vast amounts of data. The challenge lies in effectively collecting, analyzing, and utilizing this information to improve road maintenance, optimize traffic flow, and ensure road safety.
Addressing these challenges requires close collaboration between industry, academic institutions, and other stakeholders. Only through an integrated strategy and long-term vision will it be possible to create road infrastructures that are safe, efficient, and suited to the needs of a digital society.
The objective of the MOOC course is to analyze the perspectives and challenges faced by road infrastructure in the era of digital transformation. Specifically, the MOOC aims to explore the opportunities provided by new technologies to address safety and efficiency issues in networks and traffic flow management.
- Docente: Gennaro Nicola Bifulco