Internet of Things in Intelligent Transportation Systems

The increasing prevalence and ubiquity of autonomous cars has prompted researchers and industry to make substantial advancements and improvements in the development of an intelligent transportation system. The primary objective of the intelligent transportation system (ITS) is to enhance traffic efficiency through the reduction of traffic congestion. The platform provides clients with additional data, including historical traffic information, facilities in the surrounding area, real-time updates on operating status, and availability of seats. Currently, a multitude of technologies are being incorporated into ITS, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT encompasses a collection of interconnected physical items, sometimes referred to as “things,” which are equipped with integrated sensors, software, and other technological components enabling them to communicate and share data with other objects, devices, and systems over the Internet. This chapter will examine the function of IoT in ITS. The initial segment will consist of an overview of the IoT platform. The introduction of ITS will follow thereafter. Subsequently, the role of IoT in ITS will be examined. This chapter will discuss three essential components of intelligent transportation systems: smart management systems, smart parking, and smart roadways. Furthermore, a depiction of the Internet of Things’ role in accident detection is delineated. This chapter demonstrates the efficacy of incorporating cloud computing into IoT in the context of intelligent transportation systems.