Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has implemented advanced LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to enhance the inspection and maintenance of road assets. This innovative approach aims to boost the accuracy of digital twin platforms and develop smarter preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies, ensuring the sustainability of Dubai’s road infrastructure and traffic safety.
According to Hussain Al Banna, CEO of RTA’s Traffic and Roads Agency, LiDAR delivers a 300% increase in inspection speed over traditional methods and offers up to 95% accuracy, significantly enhancing the data quality used in infrastructure assessments. The technology enables safe and efficient evaluation of elevated assets, including traffic signals, lighting poles, and road signs, without requiring manual inspections.
LiDAR-equipped vehicles can assess up to 80 km of roads per day, a 96% improvement over conventional visual inspections, while operating at speeds of 30–100 km/h, ensuring minimal traffic disruption. With a sensing range of 80 meters, the technology provides comprehensive coverage of road assets.
This initiative supports the Assets Condition Index (ACI) by enabling accurate data capture, effective predictive maintenance scheduling, and strategic prioritization of repair activities. It is part of RTA’s ongoing digital transformation strategy and Dubai’s smart city vision, aimed at reinforcing road network resilience and operational efficiency.
0 comments