In Atyrau, a trial of the smart traffic light system is underway, designed to optimise traffic management using modern technology and artificial intelligence. The project is in a test phase, and city authorities are actively collecting feedback from residents for improvements. Currently, there are 78 traffic lights operating in the city, with over 160,000 parameters loaded into the database for processing by special algorithms.
According to official data, the traffic light infrastructure is distributed between two parts of the city: 42 traffic lights are installed on the Asian side, including three pedestrian crossings, and 36 on the European side, of which two are for pedestrians.
During the testing period, residents of Atyrau are submitting suggestions and comments about the system's operation. The main issues raised concern the lack of additional directional green arrows and the 'green plus' signal at some intersections, which would allow drivers to manoeuvre under certain conditions without waiting for the main green light.
The Akimat and police report that all received comments are being carefully reviewed. In the near future, additional arrows are planned to be installed at problem areas. A detailed analysis is being carried out together with the contractor, and measures are being taken to make improvements.
A key feature of the project is the use of large volumes of data and artificial intelligence algorithms. According to the Akimat, over 160,000 units of information have been loaded into the database, which are processed by special programs. This allows for real-time analysis of traffic flows and adaptation of traffic light operation to optimise the movement of cars and pedestrians.
The technology aims to reduce waiting times at intersections and ease congestion during peak hours. According to representatives of the Akimat, the test period is necessary to identify shortcomings and make adjustments based on feedback from city residents.