Smart pavements

Abstract

Smart pavements represent an innovative 
evolution in infrastructure technology, integrating 
advanced materials, sensors, and communication 
systems to enhance road performance, safety, and 
environmental sustainability. These pavements can 
monitor traffic patterns, weather conditions, and 
structural integrity in real-time, providing valuable data 
to optimize maintenance and improve safety for road 
users. Additionally, they contribute to energy efficiency 
by harnessing solar energy or managing stormwater. 
Smart pavements can revolutionize urban planning and 
transportation systems by enabling dynamic responses 
to environmental conditions and user needs, ultimately 
leading to more sustainable, adaptive, and safer road 
networks.