Google wants to make road traffic more fluid thanks to artificial intelligence

As you know, Google gave an appointment to users on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, on the occasion of Sustainable with Google. At this event, the Mountain View company presented its various actions and projects for the benefit of the environment. The company announced that especially the least polluting routes are displayed on Google Maps and the navigation system for cyclists has been completely overhauled.

In addition, Google’s search engine will now also present results related to ecology. Let’s face it, if you want to buy a car, Google will take the opportunity to offer you a hybrid or electric version of the model in question. Alongside these various improvements to the ecology-focused Google services, the web giant presented another project.

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Google is developing an AI to optimize traffic

Indeed, Google developed artificial intelligence dedicated to optimizing the operation of traffic lightsThe aim is to streamline traffic, reduce drivers’ waiting time at intersections and, accordingly, reduce the environmental impact of successive deceleration and acceleration of vehicles. To summarize, the artificial intelligence in question is “Accurately report traffic conditions and traffic light timing at most intersections in cities around the world”.

As Google teams explain, this AI was tested in Israel on four particularly busy streets in Haifa and Beer-Sheva. “So far, we have seen a 10-20% reduction in fuel consumption and waiting time at intersections.” they detail.

Relying on its artificial intelligence, Google announced that its teams will realize it. Additional tests in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, before a possible deployment in other cities. “Early research shows that AI can help cities make traffic signals more efficient, making every journey greener, no matter the car.” It kills Google.