The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) continues to lead in pioneering cutting-edge technologies that drive safer and more efficient mobility solutions. Three PolyU projects have recently been awarded a total grant of approximately HK$10.6 million from the Smart Traffic Fund for their innovative approaches to enhancing road safety, optimising traffic management, and promoting sustainable transport.
These projects focus on developing automated traffic data monitoring, intelligent systems for speed guidance of heavy goods vehicle, and AI-powered smart route planning, each contributing to a more efficient and secure transportation ecosystem in Hong Kong.
Led by Dr Yue YU, Research Assistant Professor of the Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics at PolyU, the project titled “Smart Route Planning System” has been awarded about HK$3.53 million for a duration of 21 months.
This project aims to develop an AI-driven energy consumption estimation model by considering factors such as road environment, average speed, and different vehicle types and years. The model will provide more accurate and localised estimations, thereby optimising route planning for fuel-powered, electric and hybrid vehicles.
Led by Prof. Edward Chin Shin CHUNG, Professor of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at PolyU, the project titled “Automated Monitoring Traffic Data System for Detector Status and Non-recurrent Events” has been awarded about HK$2.22 million for a duration of 24 months.
This project aims to develop an automated system to monitor the changes in the status of the traffic detectors including sensors, auxiliary equipment such as video cameras, or non-recurrent traffic events. The system will enable timely recommendations for maintenance and traffic data processing. It will provide real-time alerts and regular reports on detector operational status, thereby enhancing data quality and improving traffic management efficiency.
Led by Prof. Hailong HUANG, Assistant Professor of the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering at PolyU, the project titled “Driving and Speed Guidance System for Heavy Goods Vehicles” has been awarded about HK$4.84 million for a duration of 24 months.
This project aims to develop a vehicle speed guidance system for heavy goods vehicle drivers by analysing road conditions, vehicle dynamics, front-view imagery, real-time centre of gravity estimation, and driving style. The system will deliver speed recommendations to reduce risks such as rollovers and enhance driving safety.
PolyU has long been committed to the research and application of vehicle-related innovation and technology, with a total of 26 projects supported by the Smart Traffic Fund to date.
The Smart Traffic Fund provides funding support to local organisations and enterprises for conducting research and applying innovation and technology with the objectives of enhancing commuting convenience, enhancing efficiency of the road network or road space, and improving driving safety.
