Integrated Roadway Monitoring System for Statewide Infrastructure Management

The client faces difficulties in accurately and efficiently monitoring the condition of extensive roadway networks, especially outside urban centers, due to limited data collection capabilities. This hampers timely maintenance decisions and resource allocation, leading to increased costs and safety concerns.

A regional government transportation agency responsible for maintaining and monitoring state-wide road conditions, utilizing vehicle fleets equipped with advanced data collection systems.

• Develop a comprehensive system for real-time collection and analysis of roadway condition data across the entire network.
• Enable automated detection of road issues such as potholes, snow and ice accumulation, and surface deterioration.
• Facilitate automatic data upload from field vehicle fleets to centralized servers for prompt analysis.
• Improve resource deployment efficiency for roadway maintenance and repair activities.
• Provide actionable insights through data visualization tools to support decision-making.

• Mobile application for data collection: capturing vehicle metrics such as speed, RPM, pedal usage, direction, and other movement data during transit.
• Integration with vehicle onboard systems: aggregating data from enhanced anti-lock braking and other sensor systems.
• Offline data storage: ensuring data capture even without network connectivity, with automatic upload when online.
• Automated data transfer: seamless synchronization of collected data to centralized servers.
• Data analysis and visualization dashboard: providing real-time maps and reports highlighting areas requiring attention.
• Geo-positioning capabilities: tracking vehicle routes and location-specific issues.
• User management and access controls: securing sensitive data and managing operational roles.

• Vehicle onboard sensor systems for data inputs (speed, RPM, brake info)
• GPS and Geolocation services
• Cloud storage and processing platforms
• Mapping and visualization tools

• System must support data collection from a fleet of hundreds of vehicles simultaneously
• Response time for data upload and processing should be under 2 seconds per record
• Ensure data security with encryption during transfer and storage
• System should be scalable to accommodate future fleet expansion
• High availability with 99.9% uptime

The implementation of this roadway monitoring system is projected to enable the client to identify maintenance needs more accurately and promptly, facilitating targeted repairs and reducing overall infrastructure costs. It will improve roadway safety, optimize resource allocation, and potentially extend the lifespan of roads, resulting in significant cost savings and improved public safety across the state.