AI-Powered Digital Mobility Solutions for Sustainable Urban Transport
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artificial intelligence, transportation, digitalizationAbstract
Transportation has emerged as a fundamental component of contemporary urban life, and its
digital transformation is rapidly advancing through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI)
technologies. The incorporation of AI into transportation systems presents valuable opportunities to
enhance travel efficiency, reliability, and environmental sustainability. This paper introduces a
comprehensive model aimed at the digitalization of transportation in the city of Yozgat, Turkey, by
employing AI to improve and modernize the existing transit infrastructure. Yozgat currently relies on a
transportation network composed of public buses, an intercity bus terminal, and a high-speed train station.
However, several challenges have been identified, including irregular and unpredictable bus schedules,
the lack of micro-mobility options, and limited taxi availability. To address these shortcomings, the
proposed model integrates AI-driven technologies to develop a more efficient, accessible, and user
friendly transportation system. The model includes real-time tracking and intelligent route optimization
for public buses, the introduction of shared electric scooters and bike rental stations to diversify urban
mobility options, and the development of a unified mobile application that connects intercity and local
transit services, including the high-speed train station. Furthermore, AI algorithms are employed to
analyse traffic conditions and user behaviour in order to recommend the most efficient travel routes. A
consolidated digital payment platform is also introduced to streamline fare payments across all modes of
transportation. This model aims to improve the overall efficiency and coordination of Yozgat’s
transportation system while encouraging the adoption of environmentally sustainable mobility practices.
The study demonstrates that AI-powered transportation digitalization offers a viable and scalable solution
for enhancing urban mobility in medium-sized cities.
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