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Traffic is the bane of every commuter’s existence. We want to get where we are going in as little time as possible, all with minimal disruptions in the commute. Researchers at the University of Memphis have developed a portable, low-cost traffic monitoring system (TMS) called DeepWiTraffic. The system combines WiFi devices with deep learning to create a system that streamlines car trips.
TMS, a significant component of intelligent transportation systems (ITS), focuses on enhancing the safety and efficiency of transportation. And as drivers, that’s really what we want. TMS collects traffic data regarding the performance of a roadway system, measuring parameters including the number of passing vehicles as well as vehicle density, speed, and class.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) was tasked with collecting traffic information...