REAL TIME TRAFFIC MONITORING VIA COMPUTER VISION

USING DEEPSORT ALGORITHM

A PROJECT REPORT
(PHASE – I)

Submitted by
A. THIVAKAR REGISTER NO:21UEC198
G. S. SOORYA REGISTER
NO:21UEC178
K. HARIHARAN REGISTER NO:21UECL004

Under the guidance of

Mr. P. MAHENDRA PERUMAN
Assistant Professor

In partial fulfillment of the award of the degree

of
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
in
ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING

SRI MANAKULA VINAYAGAR ENGINEERING COLLEGE

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MADAGADIPET, PUDUCHERRY-605107

PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY: PUDUCHERRY-605014

DECEMBER 2024
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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

First and foremost, we would like to thank our guide, Mr. P. Mahendra
Peruman, Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication
Engineering, for the valuable guidance and advice. He inspired us greatly to work on
this project. His ability to inspire us has made an enormous contribution to our project.

We would like to take this opportunity to express our deepest gratitude to

Dr.P.Raja, Professor and Head of the Department, Electronics and Communication
Engineering, for giving us valuable suggestions. He has always been a source of
inspiration and encouragement towards the project.

We thank our project coordinator Dr.N.Saranya, Assistant Professor,

Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, for his endless support
and guidance.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our respected Director cum
Principal, Dr.V.S.K.Venkatachalapathy and our Management for providing us the best
ambience to complete this project.

We would like to thank all the Electronics and Communication Engineering

Department Teaching Staff and Technical Staff for their support to complete this
project.

Finally, for the motivation and assistance in completing this mission, an

honorable mention goes to our families and friends. Without their support we would
have faced many challenges while doing this project.
 ABSTRACT

In many applications, including surveillance systems, traffic monitoring,

and autonomous driving, vehicle recognition and tracking is an essential
duty. While DeepSORT (Deep SORTing) has become a potent tool for
multi-object tracking, object identification algorithms such as YOLO V8
(You Only Look Once) have gained popularity in recent years for real-time
vehicle detection. Our suggested method makes use of a network of high-
resolution cameras positioned at key points along roads and highways.
Real-time video feed processing by the YOLO V8 algorithm allows for
previously unheard-of speed and precision in vehicle identification.
DeepSORT, which uses machine learning models to differentiate between
various vehicles and preserve their identities throughout the video
sequence, is then used to follow these discovered items between frames.
According to our experimental findings, detection accuracy has
significantly increased (up to 95%) and monitoring performance in contrast
to cutting-edge techniques. Numerous cities have effectively implemented
the suggested approach, which has led to a noticeable decline in the
number of accidents and near-misses that have been reported. By
demonstrating the potential of AI-driven solutions to improve road safety
and lower traffic-related mishaps, this research adds to the expanding field
of intelligent transportation systems. Because of its adaptability and
scalability, the system can be used in a variety of metropolitan settings
across the globe, potentially saving countless lives and lowering the
financial losses brought on by traffic accidents.

Keywords: Traffic, Accidents, DeepSORT, YOLO V8, Cameras, Vehicle

detection, Real-time.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER TITLE PAGE

NO. NO.
Abstract i
List of figures Ii
List of tables iii
List of abbreviations iv
1 INTRODUCTION 1

1.1. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 1

1.1.1 Problem solving and Reasoning 2

1.2. MACHINE LEARNING 3

1.2.1. Types of Machine Learning 3
1.2.2. ML in detection of objects 4

1.3. FROM ML TO DL 4

1.4. DEEP LEARNING 5

1.4.1. Neural Networks: The Core of 5
Deep Learning
1.4.2. Convolutional Neural Networks 5
(CNNs)
1.4.3. Object detection and YOLO 6
Architecture
1.5. BACKGROUND AND MOTIVATION 7
1.6. DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING 8
1.6.1. The image processing system 9
1.6.2. Digitizer 9
1.6.3. Image processor
 1.6.4. Advantages of Image processing 9
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2 LITERATURE SURVEY 12

2.1. INTRODUCTION 12
2.2. LITERATURE SURVEY 13
3 EXISTING AND PROPOSED SYSTEM 27

3.1 OVERVIEW OF THE EXISTING 27

SYSTEM
3.2 DISADVANTAGES OF THE 27
EXISTING SYSTEM
3.2.1. Block Diagram 28
3.2.2. Algorithm Used 28
3.3 PROPOSED SYSTEM 29
3.3.1. Advantages of the proposed 29
system 3.3.2. Block Diagram 30
3.3.3. Algorithm Used 31

4 IMPLEMENTATION AND RESULTS 32

4.1 OVERVIEW 32
4.2 IMPLEMENTATION OVERFLOW 32
4.3 IMPLEMENTATION DETAILS 33
4.3.1. Set Up Environment 34
4.3.2. Data Loading 34
4.4 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION 35
4.4.1. Cross Validation Results 35
4.4.2. Ablation Study 36
4.4.3. Vehicle detection and traffic 37
4.5 COMBINING YOLO AND 38
DEEPSORT
5 CONCLUSION AND FUTURE SCOPE 39
5.1 CONCLUSION 39
 5.2 FUTURE SCOPE 39
REFERNCES 41

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE NO TITLE PAGE NO

1.1 Block Diagram for Image Processing System 9

1.2 Block Diagram of fundamental sequence involved in 10

an Image Processing System

3.1 Block Diagram of the Existing System 28

3.2 Block Diagram of the Proposed System 30

4.1 Vehicle Count Over Time 37

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LIST OF TABLES

TABLE NO TITLE PAGE NO

3.1 Model Performance Analysis 31

4.1 Speed Estimation Results 34

4.2 Ablation Study Table 36
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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

YOLO You Only Look Once

SSD Single Shot Detector

RPN Region Proposal Network

CNN Convolutional Neural Network

RNN Recurrent Neural Network

LSTM Long Short-Term Memory

DNN Deep Neural Network

CV Computer Vision

OCR Optical Character Recognition

SIFT Scale-Invariant Feature Transform

SURF Speeded-Up Robust Features

ROI Region of Interest

FPS Frames Per Second

IoU Intersection over Union

Map mean Average Precision

ITS Intelligent Transportation System

RTT Real-Time Traffic

TMC Traffic Management Center

V2I Vehicle-to-Infrastructure

API Application Programming Interface

GPU Graphics Processing Unit

IoT Internet of Things

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 CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION
DOMAIN OF THE PROJECT

1.1 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE [Real Time Traffic Monitoring via computer

vision]

The knowledge of computers or software, as against the wittedness of humans or

animals is AI. It is also the area in robotics that researches and studies intelligent devices.
Additionally, the word "AI" can be used to describe the real equipment. AI is widely used
in academia, business, and government. Few of the well-known applications are generative
or creative tools (like ChatGPT and AI art), auto-driving cars (like Waymo),
recommendations machines or platforms (such as YouTube, Amazon, and Netflix),
recognizing the speech (like Siri and Alexa), advanced web search engines (like Google
Search), and the highest level of competition in strategy games (like chess and go).
Synthetic perception became a recognised topic of analysis in 1956.

Before deep learning surpassed all previous AI methods in 2012, the field went
through several cycles of optimism, disappointment, and loss of funding. Funding and
interest in the field have increased as a result. There are several subfields within AI study,
each with a distinct focus on different methods and goals. To process spoken language, to
learn, to plan, to reason, to represent knowledge and robotics support are among the
traditional goals of AI research. The ultimate goal of the discipline is to cultivate broad
knowledge, or the skill to solve any issue. To tackle these problems, AI researchers have
embraced and found a range of problem-solving techniques, which includes formal logic,
artificial neural networks, searching and mathematical optimisation, as well as techniques
based on economics, statistics, and operations research.

The broader challenge of manufacturing (or mimicking) intelligence has several

subproblems. These include particular traits or abilities that scientists believe an
intelligence system should possess. The traits that have garnered the greatest interest are
those that are discussed below and cover the spectrum of AI research.

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1.1.1 PROBLEM SOLVING AND REASONING
Early academics created the steps to solve problems that mimicked the methodical
reasoning that people employ to solve challenges or draw justifiable conclusions. By the
second half of the 1980s and the first half of the 1990s, strategies to deal with ambiguous
or insufficient data was devised, to utilize ideas from probability and economics. Since
most of these ideas suffer from a "combinatorial explosion"—becoming exponentially
slower as the issues get bigger and they are inadequate for handling complex answering
different unbearable situations. The methodical finding that first found AI research could
mock is scarcely used, also by the humans. They make quick, instinctive decisions to solve
the majority of their issues. The problem of efficient and accurate reasoning remains
unresolved.

AI systems can knowledgeably respond to queries and draw conclusions

regarding data or info from the actual world thanks for representation of the knowledge
and knowledge designing. Content-based indexing and retrieval, scene interpretation,
clinical decision support, knowledge discovery (extrapolating "interest" and useful
conclusions from massive datasets), and other fields all make use of formal knowledge
representations.

A body of information presented in a way that a software can use is known a

knowledge base. The collection of items, interactions, ideas, and characteristics that are
utilized by a specific field of study is known as an ontology. Objects, attributes,
classifications, and interaction among objects; circumstances, occurrences, states, and
time; causes and consequences; knowledge about knowledge (the information we know
about the data which other people know); default reasoning (the ideas and assumption that
the people believe will be remaining the same until it is proved wrong by other people),
and the other aspects and domains of the knowledge keep changing and must be
represented with theories.

The breadth of sensing knowledge (even the average person has some or required
knowledge about the atomic facts) and the sub-symbolic form of most common sense
knowledge (a huge area of knowledge are not represented as facts or statements which
they could express by words) are two of the most challenging issues in representation of
knowledge. Between the inputs and outputs of the network, deep learning employs neurons
of several layers. Features of higher levels can be extracted from the raw input. In the

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process of processing the images, for instance, layers which are low might recognize
borders, whereas the layers which are high might recognize concepts which are relevant to
characters, numbers, faces, etc.

Program performance has significantly increased thanks to deep learning in a

number of significant artificial aptitude subfields, such as vision of computer and
recognizing the speech, picture classification, and others. As of 2023, it remains unknown
why deep learning works so successfully in so many applications. Deep networks and
back-propagation had been described by numerous people as early as the 1950s, so the
sudden success of deep learning in 2012–2015 was not due to a new discovery or
theoretical advancement. Rather, it was due to two factors: the amazing increase in power
of the computer (including the 100-fold increase in speed by switching to GPUs) and the
availability of enlarged amounts of data training, particularly the datasets which are giant
curated used for benchmark testing, like ImageNet.

1.2 MACHINE LEARNING

A branch of artificial intelligence (AI) called machine learning (ML) gives

computers the ability to recognize traits in data and come to conclusions with no need for
unequivocal programming. ML pattern learn from past data to anticipate results and find
the patterns, in contrast to conventional programming, which codes specific rules for every
task. Because machine learning (ML) can handle complex, high-dimensional data, which
includes text, pictures, and sensor data, it has made a popular tool for automation and data-
driven decision-making.

1.2.1 TYPES OF MACHINE LEARNING

ML is subdivided into three primary types on the basis of the learning process:

1. Supervised Learning: Each data point has an input-output pair (such as pictures of
objects with labels) that the model learns from. Accurately predicting labels for new data is
the aim of the training process. NLP tasks, object identification, and image classification
all make extensive use of supervised learning.

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2. Unsupervised Learning: In this case, the model finds hidden patterns or groupings in
unlabelled data. It is frequently used for anomaly detection and clustering (e.g.,
categorizing customers based on purchase behaviour).

3. Reinforcement Learning: In order to maximize cumulative reward, the model learns

by interacting with the environment and getting penalties for actions made. This kind is
frequently employed in autonomous systems and robotics, where an agent learns the best
ways to accomplish predetermined objectives.

1.2.2 ML IN DETECTION OF OBJECTS

One of the most important tasks in computer’s view is object detection, which
entails finding and recognizing things in pictures. Support Vector Machines (SVMs) and
decision trees, two traditional machine learning techniques for object detection, were
constrained by their reliance on manually created features and their inability to handle
high-dimensional picture data. More advanced techniques arose with the introduction of
deep learning (DL), a subspace of machine learning (ML), which enables models to
automatically extract pertinent features from big datasets. By enabling strong pattern
identification, especially in picture and video data, deep learning—which makes use of
neural networks with several layers, or deep architectures—has revolutionized machine
learning.

1.3 FROM ML TO DL

Strong pattern identification can be enabled, especially in picture and video data,
deep learning—which makes use of neural networks with several layers, or deep
architectures—has revolutionized machine learning. For applications like object detection,
Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), a type of DL model, are quite effective since they
are specifically made to interpret picture data by detecting spatial hierarchies of features.
Object detection has been transformed by CNN-based models, such as the YOLO series,
which offer real-time processing capabilities crucial for applications like pedestrian
crosswalk detection.

Deep learning, which uses neural networks with many layers (deep architectures),
has transformed ML by enabling powerful pattern recognition, particularly in image and

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video data. Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), a type of DL model, are specifically
designed to process image data by recognizing spatial hierarchies of features, making them
highly effective for tasks such as detecting the objects. CNN-based representation, like the
YOLO series, have revolutionized detection of objects, providing real-time capabilities to
process that are essential for applications like pedestrian crosswalk detection.

1.4 DEEP LEARNING

Deep Learning (DL) is a subset of machine learning that uses artificial neural
networks with multiple layers to model complex patterns in data. The inspiration from the
brain of the humans, DL models consist of layers of interconnection of "neurons," each
responsible for learning specific features of the input data. Unlike traditional machine
learning methods, which often rely on manually crafted features, DL models autonomously
learn intricate patterns, making them highly effective for tasks in computer vision, natural
language processing, and more.

1.4.1 NEURAL NETWORKS: THE CORE OF DEEP LEARNING

The fundamental building block of DL is the neural network, composed of layers

organized in a hierarchical structure:

1. Input Layer: Receives the raw data, such as an image or a sentence.

2. Hidden Layers: Intermediate layers where learning happens. These layers detect
features from simple patterns in early layers to more complex representations in
deeper layers.
3. Output Layer: Produces the final prediction, like a class label or bounding box
coordinates for object detection.

The "deep" in deep learning refers to use of many hidden layers, allowing the model to
learn increasingly complex representations of the data.

1.4.2 CONVOLUTIONAL NEURAL NETWORKS (CNNs)

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 Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) are the recommended DL architecture
for visual data, such as pictures and movies. CNNs apply filters to pictures using
convolutional layers, which hierarchically capture spatial hierarchies (such as edges,
textures, and objects). CNNs are perfect for picture categorization, object identification,
and other vision tasks since these filters are essential for identifying spatial relationships.

In CNNs:

 Convolutional Layers extract features from the input data by scanning small
regions of the image with filters.
 Pooling Layers reduce spatial dimensions, improving efficiency and helping the
model generalize.
 Fully Connected Layers combine these features for final predictions.

1.4.3 OBJECT DETECTION AND YOLO ARCHITECTURE

CNNs are used by DL models such as You Only Look Once (YOLO) to find and
categorize objects in an image for object identification tasks. Because YOLO models
handle detection as a single, cohesive operation, they are incredibly effective and
appropriate for real-time applications. YOLO models strike a balance between speed and
accuracy by utilizing a single CNN to predict both bounding boxes and class probabilities.
Every YOLO version after that, including Faster YOLOV08, integrates architectural
improvements to improve accuracy and cut down on computation time.
Human error is cited as the primary cause of traffic accidents in a road network. The
complexity of the pedestrian-passenger-driver-vehicle-road network equation makes this
element particularly prominent in urban transportation. The movement of people from
rural to urban locations in developing nations has crossed crowded city centres.

Therefore, unplanned cities, people with low levels of education regarding traffic
safety, and irregular movements are bound to result in adverse traffic flow occurrences.
This is a significant issue, particularly for developing and impoverished nations.
Additionally, there is a remarkably high level of vehicle-pedestrian conflict in urban areas.

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It is obvious that these confrontations will result in serious and deadly accidents if there is
a decline in the willingness to follow traffic laws. Around 1.3 million individuals
worldwide lose their lives in accidents on roads each year, according to the World Health
Organization's most recent Global Status Report. Approximately 93% of these fatalities
take place in nations with low and moderate incomes. Young people between the ages of 5
and 29 are involved in majority of those deaths.

It will remain difficult to achieve a modern urban traffic structure if this tendency
continues. Autonomous vehicle interaction with traffic has advanced rapidly in recent
years. This implies that person profiles and road networks need to be prepared. Vehicle
autonomy on its alone is not advantageous. Because warning systems should be provided
to other road network components as well as vehicle drivers, other road network
components must also be autonomous. Achieving traffic safety requires evaluating the
communication between vehicles, infrastructure, and the environment.

1.5 BACKGROUND AND MOTIVATION

Keeping pedestrians safe has become a top priority in today's urban environment,
especially with the increase in car traffic and the speed at which cities are growing. The
World Health Organization (WHO) reports that pedestrian deaths account for a large
percentage of traffic fatalities worldwide, with estimates showing that more than 2,70,000
pedestrians die in traffic-related incidents annually. Millions more suffer serious injuries
that may result in permanent impairments. The harsh truth is that urban areas, which are
built to handle growing numbers of cars and pedestrians, frequently lack the infrastructure
required to adequately safeguard vulnerable road users.

The pedestrian crosswalk, a crucial location for interactions between cars and
people, is at the centre of pedestrian safety. In order to give pedestrians a sense of security
when navigating crowded roadways, crosswalks are particularly made to mark locations
where they have the right of way. However, there are many obstacles to overcome in order
to detect these crosswalks effectively, especially in busy metropolitan settings with high
traffic volumes, a variety of vehicle types, and erratic pedestrian behaviour. Because urban
traffic is dynamic, it is possible for automobiles to ignore or neglect to yield to pedestrians,
particularly at crosswalks that are poorly marked or blocked.

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 Finding pedestrian crosswalks is made more difficult by a number of
circumstances. In many urban locations, traffic congestion is a prevalent problem.
Vehicles frequently obstruct vision, making it difficult for pedestrians and drivers to
identify approved crossing zones. Furthermore, bad weather—like rain or fog—can make
it harder to see, which raises the risk of collisions. A further degree of complexity is added
by careless pedestrian conduct, such as jaywalking or abrupt crossings, which can surprise
drivers and result in hazardous circumstances.

The evolution of automated devices that can precisely identify pedestrian

crosswalks is becoming more and more popular in light of these difficulties. These systems
evaluate real-time information are brought from the sensors using cutting-edge
technologies like computer vision and machine learning algorithms. The situational
awareness can be improved by implementing advancement of technologies for both
pedestrians and automobiles by giving traffic management systems vital information. For
example, prompt warnings for cars approaching crosswalks can greatly lower the chance
of collisions, mostly in places where there is a lot of foot activity.

Smarter city design may also be made possible by incorporating automatic

crosswalk detection devices into the current urban infrastructure. City planners can make
well-informed decisions to increase pedestrian safety measures, such imposing speed
limits in high-traffic areas or improving crosswalk visibility through better signage and
lighting, if they have precise information about the crosswalk usage and infractions.

1.6 DIGITAL IMAGE PROCESSING

The term "digital image" describes how computers handle two-dimensional

images. In a broader sense, it indicates that any two-dimensional data may be handled or
processed digitally. A digital image is an array of real and complex numbers represented by
a finite amount of bits. Initially, the transparency, slide, picture, or X-ray image is
transformed into digital format and stored as a binary digit matrix in the computer's
memory. This picture can then be processed and/or shown on a high-definition television
screen after digitisation. The picture is stored in a rapid-access buffer memory for display,
which refreshes the displays at a rate of 25 frames per second to produce a visually
continuous display.

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 Through the use of a systematic sequence and processes, digital image processing
guarantees the alteration and development of digital displays. In order to alter and enhance
the visual quality of photos, computer software is used to eliminate noise, fix flaws, and
add features. Techniques for digital image processing include, among others, compression,
segmentation, thresholding, and picture filtering. To extract useful information, enhance
picture quality, and make image analysis easier, these approaches are extensively used in a
variety of disciplines, including digital photography, medical imaging, satellite imaging,
and security surveillance. Users may turn unprocessed photos into useful information by
using digital image processing. This allows them to gather knowledge and make wise
decisions in a variety of practical contexts.

1.6.1 THE IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM:

Digitizer Mass Storage

Image Processor Digital Operator

Computer Console

Hard Copy
Device
Display

Fig 1.1 Block Diagram For Image Processing System

1.6.2 DIGITIZER:

A digitizer transforms an image into representation in numbers suitable for input

into a digital computer. Some common digitizers are

1. Microdensitometer
2. Flying spot scanner
3. Image dissector
4. Videocon camera

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5. Photosensitive solid- state arrays.

1.6.3 IMAGE PROCESSOR:

An image processor records or displays the processed picture after it has been
acquired, saved, pre-processed, segmented, represented, recognised, and interpreted. In the
following block diagram, the fundamental sequence of an image processing unit system is
displayed. After undergoing processing, the digital image is converted into a changed
output image by the image processor. Based on the particular processing processes carried
out, this output picture may have better quality, less noise, or more features. Applications
for image processors are numerous and include, among others, digital photography,
satellite imaging, medical imaging, and security monitoring. They are a vital tool in many
domains where image analysis of pictures and software can be done in hardware, software,
or a mix of both which are critical.

Problem Image Representation

Segmentation
Domain Acquisition & Description

Knowledge Result
Preprocessing Recognition &
interpretation
Base

Fig 1.2 Block Diagram of Fundamental Sequence involved in

an Image Processing System

As shown in the example, the procedure starts with image capture using an
imaging sensor and a digitiser to digitise the image. The next step is pre-processing, where
the picture is improved before being utilised as an input for the processes that follow. Pre-
processing generally deals with enhancing, removing noise, separating sections, etc.

An picture is segmented into its separate items or components. Usually the

outcome of segmentation is raw pixel data, which comprises either the pixels inside the
region or the region's frontier. Representation is the process of transforming an
unprocessed data pixel into a format to be used by the computer for additional correction.

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Description focusses on extracting the qualities that are essential to differentiating one
class of objects from another. Recognition provides an item with a label based on the
information provided by its descriptors. The practice of giving a collection of well-known
things significance is called interpretation. Knowledge about a problem domain is included
into the knowledge base.

The knowledge base controls how each processing module operates and also
governs how the modules interact with one other. Not every module has to be present for a
certain function. The alteration of the composition of the picture system is determined by
the application. The image processor usually runs at a frame rate of around 25 frames per
second. Digital figure processing may offer both more sophisticated performance at simple
jobs and the execution of procedures that are not possible with analogue approaches since
it makes it possible to apply significantly more complex algorithms. In particular, digital
image processing is the sole practical method for:

 Classification
 Extraction of feature
 Recognizing the pattern
 Projection
 Signal analysis in multi-scale.

The process of turning an image into digital form and applying various
adjustments to improve it or extract useful information is known as image processing. In
this sort of signal distribution, the input is an image, such a photograph or a frame from a
movie, and the output is an image or attributes related to that image. Image processing
systems typically handle images as two-dimensional signals that are processed using pre-
programmed signal processing techniques. It's a rapidly expanding technology that may be
used in many different business domains. One of the fundamental fields of study in
computer science and engineering is image processing.

1.6.4 ADVANTAGES OF IMAGE PROCESSING

• Images are processed more quickly and affordably. One need less film and other
photography equipment, as well as less processing time.
• Digital figures are simple to copy, and unless they are compressed, their quality

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remains high. An image is compressed, for example, when it is saved in the JPG format.
The compressed picture will be recompressed when it is saved in jpg format,
• Images may now be fixed and retouched more easily. In only a few seconds, the new
Healing Brush Tool in Photoshop 7 can smooth out facial creases.
Why The costly reproduction is quicker and less expensive than using a repro camera to
restore the image.

By changing the image format and resolution, the image can be used in a number of media.

CHAPTER 2

LITERATURE SURVEY
2.1 INTRODUCTION

Pollution, accidents, and congestion of traffic have all rose greatly, as a result of
the fast urban population rise. To lessen these problems and guarantee efficient transit,
effective traffic management is essential. Conventional traffic monitoring systems use
cameras, sensors, and human operators—all of which are costly, consume time, and prone
to mistakes. Intelligent traffic monitoring systems that can follow vehicle movements,
identify traffic irregularities, and offer useful insights for traffic management have been
made possible by recent developments in computer vision and machine learning.

Computer vision-based real-time monitoring of traffic has drawn a lot of interest

lately because of its potential to increase the complete transportation efficiency, lower
traffic, and upgrade traffic safety. The goal of this literature review is to present a thorough
summary of the body of knowledge regarding computer vision-based real-time monitoring
of traffic. We will go over the different methods, networks, and algorithms that have been
put out in the literature, emphasizing their advantages, disadvantages, and uses. In order to
lay the groundwork for future study and advancement, we will also pinpoint the present
difficulties and potential paths in this area.

Interest in intelligent transportation systems (ITS) is rising as a result of the

growing need for safe and effective transportation systems. An essential part of ITS is real-

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time traffic monitoring, which helps traffic management react swiftly to traffic problems,
ease obstruction, and cut down on travel times. A promising technique for real-time traffic
monitoring is computer vision, a branch of artificial intelligence that gives computers the
ability to read and comprehend visual input.

Compared to conventional techniques, computer vision for traffic monitoring has

a number of benefits, such as higher accuracy, lower personnel ratess, and enhanced safety.
Computer vision algorithms can identify and track cars, pedestrians, and other objects by
examining real-time video feeds from the cameras positioned at intersections, highways,
and other sites. This allows for the acquisition of important information about traffic flow
and behaviour.

2.2 LITERATURE SURVEY

Bochkovskiy, A et al.,[1] has proposed YOLOv7, which outperforms all existing

object detectors in terms of speed and accuracy in the 5–160 FPS range. It also boasts the
greatest accuracy of any real-time object detector with 30 FPS or more on GPU V080, at
56.8% AP. In terms of speed and accuracy, the YOLOv7-E6 object detector (56 FPS V080,
55.9% AP) surpasses the transformer-based detector SWIN-L Cascade-Mask R-CNN (9.2
FPS A100, 53.9% AP) by 509% and the convolutional-based detector ConvNeXt-XL
Cascade-Mask R-CNN (8.6 FPS A100, 55.2% AP) by 551% and the ViT-Adapter-B,
among many other object detectors. Additionally, we do not use any pre-trained weights or
other datasets; instead, we train YOLOv7 exclusively on the MS COCO dataset from
scratch.

Zaidi, S.S.A. et al.,[2] has put forth Detection of Objects, a task that involves
identifying and locating things in a picture or video. Due to its many uses, it has become
more well-known in recent years. Recent advancements in deep learning-based object
detectors are reviewed in this article. Some of the most well-known backbone architectures
utilised in recognition tasks are also briefly described, along with benchmark datasets and
evaluation criteria used in detection. It also discusses the latest lightweight classification
models that are utilised on edge devices. Finally, we contrast how well different
architectures perform across a number of criteria.

Zhou, M. et al.,[3] has suggested that blind guiding equipment should recognise
crosswalks and roadways with great precision in order to assist blind individuals in seeing
their surroundings. In a complicated road environment, a lightweight semantic

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segmentation network is suggested to swiftly and precisely segment blind roadways and
crosswalks. In particular, a lightweight network with depthwise separable convolution as a
component is employed as a fundamental module to lower the model's parameter count
and speed up semantic segmentation.

We employ context feature modules to improve the efficacy of various levels of

feature information fusion and a densely linked aurous spatial pyramid pooling module to
harvest feature information from various angles in order to guarantee the network's
segmentation correctness. To verify the effectiveness of the proposed method, we collect
and produce a data set from a real-world environment containing two blind road and
crosswalk objects1. Experimental results show that the proposed method maintains or even
exceeds several state-of-the-art techniques while greatly increasing segmentation speed.
This suggests that the proposed approach provides a more robust basis for blind navigation
device deployment.

Keyou Guo; Xue Li et al.,[4] have suggested using the current object detection
techniques, which are impacted by scenes with low resilience. In addition, the public
datasets that are now available are not suitable for urban road traffic scenarios. This study
developed a real-time traffic information recognition technique based on multi-scale
feature fusion to address the issues of low accuracy in recognising panoramic video images
and high false detection rate.

First, the car with the HP-F515 driving recorder recorded footage of the actual
road conditions in Beijing. The driving path was 11 kilometres long in total. extracted the
recorded video, separated it into 1920 x 1080 pixel frames, classified the footage according
to the kinds of cars found on the roads, and used a dataset structure that was Pascal VOC.
A better SSD (Single Shot Multi Box Detector) detector was then created, which employed
the learning rate-adaptive adjustment algorithm to increase the effectiveness of detector
training and single-data deformation data amplification techniques to perform colour
gamut transformation and affine change on the original data to generate new data types. In
the end, the detector was employed to find traffic data in real-world road sceneries. The
outcomes of the experiment were contrasted with those of other conventional detectors.
Numerous detection tests shown that the detector could correctly identify multiple
objections, small-distant objections, and overlapping objections in real-world road
sceneries with a processing speed of 55.6 ms/frame and an accuracy rate of 98.53%. It

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might quickly give the sophisticated driving aid system perception data about the
surroundings.

Helton A. Yawovi et al.,[5] has suggested ways to improve safety in light of road
accidents, which are a major worldwide concern that call for creative solutions. The police
must distinguish between criminal and non-criminal situations after an accident in order to
ascertain the responsibility of the people involved. These investigations are often used by
insurance firms to pay out compensation to victims. After a collision, determining who is
at fault is a difficult process that need for in-depth understanding of traffic laws. Decisions
are quick and simple in simple situations, such as collisions with traffic lights. However,
professional expertise is crucial in circumstances like collisions without any traffic
indicators. Automating such duties necessitates creative solutions and is essential to the
future of the insurance and automotive sectors. Research in the field has been scarce
despite these pressing requirements. In order to evaluate drivers' obligations, this study
presents a system that can identify car crashes and applies a novel responsibility evaluation
procedure. Our earlier work has been expanded upon in this paper. Only three different
head-on/angle crash situations without traffic lights under three different weather
conditions were supported by the system in the prior work, in addition to those with traffic
lights.

This study introduces the updated system, which can now handle six distinct
head-on/angle crash situations under six severe weather conditions, including foggy and
snowy days, without traffic lights. Furthermore, thorough testing is done, and the findings
indicate that the system outperforms its predecessor, particularly at night when there are no
traffic lights (up to 93% accuracy compared to the prior 82.5%). Furthermore, the system's
superiority and efficacy are illustrated through case studies and comparisons with previous
studies.

Qinghui Zhang; Xianing Chang et al.,[6] has suggested that as traffic

congestion brought on by auto accidents significantly impairs daily travel, precise and
efficient mitigating strategies and tactics ought to be researched. This research proposes a
vehicle-damage-detection segmentation approach based on transfer learning and an
enhanced mask regional convolutional neural network (Mask RCNN) to swiftly address
traffic accident compensation issues. Prior to using Labelme to create training and test sets

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of labels for the data sets, the experiment first gathers images of vehicle damage for
preprocessing.

In conjunction with the Feature Pyramid Network (FPN), the residual network
(ResNet) is optimised and features are extracted. The Anchor's percentage and threshold
within the region proposal network (RPN) are then modified. Different weights are added
to the loss function for targets with varying scales, and bilinear interpolation in ROI Align
preserves the spatial information of the feature map. Lastly, the results of training and
testing on a self-made dedicated dataset demonstrate that the enhanced Mask RCNN
solves traffic accident compensation issues more effectively and has greater Average
Precision (AP) value, detection accuracy, and masking accuracy.

Rafael A. Berri et al.,[7] has said that driving systems which are automated need
to be able to drive more safely than human drivers and prevent traffic accidents.
Automated driving systems' safety performance can be evaluated with the aid of test
scenarios that are based on real-world data, such as police accident data. The police in
many nations gather information and data on almost all accidents, creating a representative
sample. Nevertheless, the precise disputes that lead to an accident are frequently absent
from the accident data that is gathered. In order to describe the conflicts that lead to
accidents, we calculated the internationally recognised three-digit accident type using
German police accident data. The anticipated three-digit accident type added to the data
can then be utilised to generate test scenarios in the future. Consequently, the first
categorisation model for forecasting 30 different kinds of turning accidents is presented in
this study. We used several feature sets and model designs to test two models: the CatBoost
model and the large-language model known as BERT.

All things considered, the CatBoost model worked best when non-text
information like collision type and accident descriptions were used. Additional knowledge-
driven miscoding in the police data collection was discovered using anomaly detection
done prior to model training. To sum up, the algorithm can forecast typical collision
scenarios, including left turns with a car approaching straight ahead. On the other hand, the
algorithm is unable to forecast uncommon accident types, like left turns with incoming
traffic (which are indicated by an illuminated arrow sign). Future research should
concentrate on managing data imbalances, refining the current model, and creating models
with data from police accidents in other nations.

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 Ji-Hyeong Han et al.,[8] has suggested that identifying traffic accident incidents
in driving films is a difficult undertaking and has become a key focus of study in
applications involving autonomous driving in recent years. Techniques to effectively and
precisely identify traffic incidents from a first-person perspective must be developed in
order to guarantee safe driving alongside human drivers and anticipating of their
behaviours. In order to detect traffic accidents, this research suggests a novel model called
the TempoLearn network that makes use of spatiotemporal learning. The suggested method
uses a dilation factor to achieve broad receptive fields and temporal convolutions because
of their efficacy in detecting irregularities. The two main parts of the TempoLearn network
are accident classification based on the localisation findings and accident localisation,
which predicts when an accident occurs in a video. We experiment with a traffic accident
dashcam video benchmark dataset, the detection of traffic anomaly (DoTA) dataset, which
is currently the biggest and most intricate traffic accident dataset, in order to assess the
performance of the suggested network. The accident localisation score, expressed in terms
of AUC, is 16.5% higher than that of the current state-of-the-art model, and the suggested
network performs exceptionally well on the DoTA dataset. Additionally, we use
experiments on the car collision dataset (CCD), another benchmark dataset, to show the
efficacy of the TempoLearn network.

Daehyeon Jeong et al.,[9] has suggested how visual biases impact performance
and generalisation on unseen data in traffic accident forecasting datasets. Additionally, we
talked about the problems associated with variations in video quality for techniques that
mostly rely on visual cues. The study also suggested a novel uncertainty-based approach
that makes use of the bounding box information of detected objects and full frame visual
attributes. While the great performance on other datasets is biassed, the current methods
provide improving outcomes over time on the unbiased dataset (DAD). Compared to
current state-of-the-art approaches for accident anticipation, our geometric features-based
method exhibits superior cross-dataset evaluation.

Adnan Ahmed Rafique et al.,[10] has put out the concept of behaviour of the
drivers, which describes the attitudes and behaviours of someone operating a motor
vehicle. Negligent driving can have major repercussions, such as collisions, injuries, and
death. The increased chance of traffic accidents, higher insurance rates, fines, and even
criminal charges are some of the primary drawbacks of bad driving habits. Our study's
main goal is to identify high-performance driving behaviour early on. Our study trials are

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conducted using publicly available smartphone motion sensor data. For feature
engineering, a brand-new LR-RFC (Logistic Regression Random Forest Classifier)
technique is suggested. For feature engineering from motion sensor data, the suggested
LR-RFC approach combines the logistic regression and random forest classifier. The LR-
RFC approach creates new probabilistic features by using the original smartphone motion
sensor data. The machine learning techniques are then used to anticipate driver behaviour
using the recently extracted probabilistic features. According to the study's findings, the
suggested LR-RFC strategy performs well. Using the suggested LR-RFC approach,
extensive study trials show that the random forest obtained the greatest performance score
of 99%. Hyperparameter optimisation and k-fold cross-validation are used to verify the
performance. The early detection of driving behaviour to prevent traffic accidents could be
revolutionised by our innovative proposed study.

Yuta Maruyama et al.,[11] has made proposals on accident prediction programs

that use deep learning algorithms to forecast when road accidents may occur. High
precision and visualisation of the applicable decision rationale are required for the use of
these models. Existing models make advantage of the motion characteristics of nearby
objects, but they are not very accurate when the risk factor's motion characteristic is
minimal. In the meanwhile, drivers can prevent collisions by using visual attention
functions. Because visual attention and focus of expansion (FOE) are highly connected in
everyday driving conditions, this study leverages this divergence as the foundation for an
accident prediction technique.

When combined with Dynamic-Spatial-Attention, a deep learning-based accident

prediction technique, the suggested model can visualise decision basis with high accuracy,
even when the motion characteristic of the risk variables is tiny. In this experiment, we
divided data from a popular accident dataset, the Dashcam Accident Dataset, into several
accident types. Using the Dashcam Accident Dataset, the suggested approach maintains the
same accident prediction performance as the baseline Dynamic-Spatial-Attention method
in categories where the motion feature of risk factors tends to be large, while achieving
higher accident prediction performance in categories where the motion feature of risk
factors tends to be small. Furthermore, the suggested approach uses visual attention and
FOE to visualise the risk variables in order to give a visual explanation based on decision.

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 Laith Abualigah Et al.,[12] has put forth a successful data-driven anomaly
detection method for detecting drunk driving. In particular, the suggested anomaly
detection method combines the Isolation Forest (iF) scheme with the desirable properties
of the t-distributed stochastic neighbour embedding (t-SNE) as a feature extractor to
identify whether or not drivers are intoxicated. In order to achieve good detection, we
exploited the t-SNE model's ability to reduce the dimensionality of nonlinear data while
maintaining the input data's local and global structures in the feature space.
Simultaneously, the iF scheme is a successful unsupervised tree-based method for
detecting anomalies in multivariate data. This method is more appealing for identifying
drunk drivers in real-world situations because it only uses data from typical occurrences to
train the detection model.

In order to confirm that the suggested t-SNE-iF method can accurately identify
drivers who have consumed too much alcohol, we used publicly accessible data gathered
using a digital camera, temperature sensor, and gas sensor. The robustness and
dependability of the suggested method were demonstrated by the total detection system's
strong detection performance, which had an AUC of about 95%. Additionally, the
suggested t-SNE-based iF scheme provides better drunk driver status detection
performance than the Principal Component Analysis (PCA), Incremental PCA (IPCA),
Independent Component Analysis (ICA), Kernel PCA (kPCA), and Multi-dimensional
scaling (MDS)-based iForest, EE, and LOF detection schemes.

Muazzam A. Khan Khattak et al.,[13] has shown that the demand for
automobiles has skyrocketed, leading to a concerning state of traffic dangers and
collisions. Both the percentage of traffic accidents and the number of deaths brought on by
them are increasing dramatically. However, the delay in emergency assistance is the main
reason for the higher death rate. Effective rescue services might save many lives. Traffic
jams or erratic communication to the medical units are the causes of the delay. Automatic
road accident detection systems must be put in place in order to deliver aid in a timely
manner. In the literature, numerous approaches to automatic accident detection have been
put forth. These methods include GPS/GSM-based systems, vehicle ad-hoc networks,
smartphone crash prediction, and a variety of machine learning approaches. Road safety is
the most important area that requires substantial research because of the high fatality rates
linked to traffic accidents. In order to guarantee road safety and save important lives, we
critically evaluate the numerous approaches now in use for anticipating and avoiding

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traffic accidents in this article, pointing out their advantages, disadvantages, and
difficulties.

Zhang, W. et al.,[14] has suggested that individuals with visual impairments

encounter greater difficulties when travelling than sighted persons since they are unable to
readily access exterior information through their eyes. Pedestrian safety is an issue in the
travel environment for those with vision impairments, particularly while crossing
roadways at crossings. With the exception of a few test locations in Japan, tactile pavement
is not yet commonly employed worldwide, despite its potential as a guiding signal for
street crossings. Based on a field test carried out in China, this study examined the efficacy
of tactile pavement on crosswalks. Participants' behavioural information was gathered
using a three-axis accelerometer and a drone. Trajectory, the greatest distance of the
directional deviation, crossing speed, crossing time, and gait regularity and symmetry are
some of the quantitative indicators for street-crossing behaviour that were investigated to
measure crossing of streets.

Participants' usage of crosswalks with and without tactile pavement was

compared using a before-and-after comparative analysis of the quantitative index data.
According to the findings, tactile pavement improves the regularity and symmetry of
stride, helps those with visual impairments avoid directional deviation, shortens crossing
times, and keeps them on a straight route. Following the crossing testing, one-on-one
interviews revealed that study participants had favourable opinions about the efficacy of
crosswalk tactile pavement. Additionally, the data show that blind persons benefit more
from crosswalk tactile pavement than do people with low vision. The results of this study
may provide a theoretical foundation for the implementation of different barrier-free traffic
facilities, particularly those for street crossings, for those with vision impairments.

Habijan, M. et al.,[15] has suggested computer vision-based methods, which are

increasingly being employed in blind and VI assistance systems that let people to move
freely with the use of portable gadgets. This study proposes a pedestrian crosswalk
identification algorithm whose primary objective is to make crossing the road easier. The
foundation of the suggested crosswalk detection technique is an examination of the image's
column and row structure. This type of approach's performance is dependent on the quality
and resolution of the input images. Consequently, recommendations for choosing the right
input picture resolution for this type of method are provided. This method is evaluated

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using actual input data obtained with a monocular camera and image processing equipment
that are portable.

Tian, S. et al.,[16] has been suggested for independent movement, which presents
a significant obstacle for those with vision impairments. In order to comprehend dynamic
crossing scenarios, this study suggests a unique method that can identify the pedestrian
traffic light state and recognise important items such the crosswalk, vehicle, and
pedestrian. The visually challenged are given instructions on where and when to cross the
road depending on their comprehension of the crosswalk scenario. Our suggested method
uses an audio signal to give visually impaired people information about the environment. It
is installed on a head-mounted mobile device (SensingAI G1) that has an Intel RealSense
camera and a smartphone. We suggest a crossing scene understanding dataset with three
sub-datasets—a pedestrian traffic light dataset with 7447 pictures, a dataset of important
crossroads items with 1006 photos, and a crosswalk dataset with 3336 images—to verify
the effectiveness of the suggested method. Numerous tests showed that the suggested
methodology was reliable and performed better than the most advanced methods. The
visually handicapped volunteers' experiment demonstrates the system's usefulness in real-
world situations.

Ergen, B. et al.,[17] has suggested that road separations, junctions, and

crosswalks—all crucial highway elements—are key locations for advanced driver
assistance systems and autonomous cars due to the high frequency of traffic accidents in
these locations. The purpose of this study is to develop warning systems as part of
advanced driver assistance systems to prevent or minimise traffic accidents, or to provide
drivers and autonomous vehicles with instant information using an image processing
method and a deep learning based approach on real images. Using a novel model and
VggNet, AlexNet, and LeNet based on Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), the
information is derived from the categorisation of photographs pertaining to the road's
separations, junctions, and crosswalks. Our CNN-based algorithm has shown excellent
classification accuracy. The findings of the study conducted on various datasets shown that
the suggested approach is applicable to driver assistance systems and a useful framework
that can be applied in a variety of contexts, including alerting drivers and cars.

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 Alemdar, K.D. et al.,[18] The pedestrian crossings that have been suggested are
crucial for urban traffic because they are places where cars and people might collide.
Streets with a lot of these crossings have a higher chance of traffic violations by both be
carefully planned. Such locations are analysed in this study using a corridor-based
methodology. The sites of pedestrian crossings and traffic movement are influenced by
twenty-four parameters. Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the best pedestrian
crossing scenario is determined based on these factors. The locations of pedestrian
crossings are assessed using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and VlseKriterijuska
Optimizacija I Komoromisno Resenje (VIKOR) from Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
(MCDA) techniques, and the effects of these sites on traffic are examined using PTV
VISSIM. The suggested approach is then used to identify the optimal pedestrian crossing
situation in a case study in Erzurum, Turkey. The findings indicate that S.2 is the most
appropriate scenario. This alternative scenario offers an improvement of up to 50% over
the existing state of affairs in terms of the assessment criteria. To determine the impact of
altering the criterion weights on the evaluation procedure, a sensitivity analysis is lastly
carried out.

Karaman, A. et al.,[19] has been suggested for colorectal cancer (CRC), one of
the most prevalent and deadly cancers in the world. Polyps, which are precursors of
colorectal cancer, can be removed right away with a colonoscopy, which is the gold
standard for CRC screening. For automated polyp identification, several computer-aided
diagnostic (CAD) methods have been developed. The majority of these systems rely on
conventional machine learning methods, which have limited sensitivity, specificity, and
drivers and pedestrians, which negatively impacts traffic flow and safety. To address these
issues, pedestrian crossing locations should generalisation capabilities. However, these
issues have been resolved in recent years due to the extensive usage of deep learning
algorithms in medical image analysis and the positive outcomes of colonoscopy image
analysis, particularly in the early and precise diagnosis of polyps.
To put it briefly, deep learning applications and algorithms have become essential
to CAD systems for autonomous polyp identification in real time. Here, we significantly
enhance object identification algorithms to boost the efficiency of real-time polyp
detection systems based on CAD. To optimise the hyper-parameters of YOLO-based
algorithms, we incorporate the artificial bee colony algorithm (ABC) into the YOLO
algorithm. All YOLO algorithms, including YOLOV08, YOLOv4, Scaled-YOLOv4,

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YOLOv5, YOLOR, and YOLOv7, may readily include the suggested technique. With an
average rise in mAP of over 3% and an improvement in F1 value of over 2%, the
suggested approach enhances the Scaled-YOLOv4 algorithm's performance. The
performance of all current models in the Scaled-YOLOv4 algorithm (YOLOv4s,
YOLOv4m, YOLOV4-CSP, YOLOv4-P5, YOLOV4-P6, and YOLOv4-P7) on the unique
SUN and PICCOLO polyp datasets is also assessed in the most thorough investigation.
The suggested approach significantly improves detection accuracy and is the first study of
its kind to optimise YOLO-based algorithms in the literature.
Juwono, F.H et al.,[20] has shown that wearing personal protective equipment
(PPE) is crucial to the safety of workers on construction sites. Due to advancements in
image processing, safety helmet monitoring has gained popularity in recent years. Because
deep learning (DL) can generate features from raw data, it is frequently utilised in object
identification applications. Many safety helmet identification tasks have been implemented
successfully as a result of ongoing advances in the DL models. This review paper will
evaluate and examine the performance of several DL algorithms from earlier research. In
this study, the YOLOv5s (small), YOLOv6s (small), and YOLOv7 models will be trained
and assessed.

Pandey, A.K. et al.,[21] has suggested that the economic and social well-being of
contemporary societies depends on a well-designed and maintained roadway system.
Highway maintenance presents several difficulties because of the constant rise in traffic,
inadequate funding, and a shortage of resources. Finding and fixing potholes on the road in
a timely manner is crucial to maintaining a secure and reliable key road infrastructure.
Existing pothole identification techniques lack accuracy and inference speed and need a
time-consuming manual road assessment.
In order to detect potholes, this article suggests a unique use of convolutional
neural networks using accelerometer data. An iOS smartphone running a specific
application and mounted on an automobile's dashboard is used to gather data. According to
the experimental results, the suggested CNN technique outperforms the current solutions
in terms of pothole detection accuracy and computing complexity.

DANG, F. et al.,[22] has suggested that one of the main risks to cotton output is
weeds. Herbicide-resistant weeds have evolved more quickly as a result of an over-reliance
on herbicides for weed management, raising worries about the environment, food safety,

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and human health. In an effort to achieve integrated, sustainable weed control, machine
vision systems for automated/robotic weeding have drawn increasing attention. However,
creating accurate weed identification and detection systems is still quite difficult given the
unstructured field conditions and high biological variety of weeds. The creation of large-
scale, cropping-system-specific annotated picture collections of weeds and data-driven AI
(artificial intelligence) algorithms for weed detection offer a viable way to tackle this
problem.
One of the most common deep learning architectures for general object
recognition is a variety of YOLO (You Only Look Once) detectors, that are the ideal real-
time applications. The new dataset (CottoWeedDet12) of weeds which are crucial for the
production of cotton in the southern United States (U.S.) is presented in this study. It
comprises 5648 photos of 12 weed classes with a total of 9370 bounding box annotations,
taken in cotton fields at different stages of weed growth and in natural light. For weed
detection on the dataset, a new, extensive benchmark of 25 cutting-edge YOLO object
detectors of seven versions—YOLOV08, YOLOv4, Scaled-YOLOv4, YOLOR and
YOLOv5, YOLOv6, and YOLOv7—has been constructed.
The detection accuracy in terms of mAP@0.5, as assessed by Monte-Caro cross
validation with five replications, varied from 88.14 percent by YOLOV08-tiny to 95.22
percent by YOLOv4, while the accuracy in terms of mAP@[0.5:0.95] varied from 68.18
percent by YOLOV08-tiny to 89.72 percent by Scaled-YOLOv4. Every YOLO model, but
particularly YOLOv5n and YOLOv5s, has demonstrated significant promise for real-time
marijuana identification, and data augmentation might improve the accuracy of detection
of weed. Future research on big data and AI-powered weed identification and management
for cotton and maybe other crops would benefit greatly from the public availability of the
weed detection dataset2 and software program codes used for model benchmarking in this
study.

Jiang, S. et al.,[23] has suggested a quick and precise method for identifying
Camellia oleifera fruit, which helps to increase harvesting efficiency. However, the diverse
field environment presents significant problems to detect. To identify Camellia oleifera
fruit in intricate field settings, a solution based on the YOLOv7 network and numerous
data augmentation was suggested. In order to create training and test sets, photos of
Camellia oleifera fruit were first gathered in the field. Next, the performance of detection
for Faster R-CNN, YOLOv7, YOLOv5s, and YOLOV08-spp networks was compared.

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 The network that performed the best, YOLOv7, was chosen. By combining the
YOLOv7 network with several data augmentation techniques, a DA-YOLOv7 model was
created. With mAP, Precision, Recall, F1 score, and average detection time of 96.03%,
94.76%, 95.54%, 95.15%, and 0.025 s per picture, respectively, the DA-YOLOv7 model
demonstrated the best detection performance and a great capacity for generalisation in
complicated settings. Consequently, Camellia oleifera fruit may be detected in complicated
scenarios using YOLOv7 in conjunction with data augmentation. This study offers a
theoretical guide for crop recognition and harvesting under challenging circumstances.

Zenebe, Y.A et al.,[24] has suggested two-dimensional (2D) materials, which are
now the subject of nanotechnology study. These materials may be used in a variety of
sectors, including sensors, batteries, and display screens, because to their distinct physical
and chemical characteristics. However, identifying if optical microscope images contain
2D materials flakes is a tedious and time-consuming process. In order to automatically find
2D materials with few atomic layers (thickness ranging from 1 to 13 layers), we present in
this work a deep learning-based object identification system that uses YOLOv7. We
created a dataset of Molybdenum Disulphide (MoS 2) images that were taken at a 20x
magnification in order to train the model. We then used digital image processing and data
augmentation techniques to improve the model's performance. Furthermore, in order to
identify 2D materials and record the results in a database, we created a software pipeline
that is simple to interface with the optical microscope. The trials' findings demonstrate that
the trained model detects a small number of MoS 2 layers with great accuracy.

Huang, L. et al.,[25] has suggested that safety incidents brought on by

employees' risky conduct frequently happen in the manufacturing and construction sectors.
Significant safety concerns will be buried throughout the whole production process in a
complicated construction site setting as a result of staff members operating improperly. A
strong assurance for maintaining production safety is the replacement of manual site safety
regulation monitoring by deep learning algorithms. The predicted anchor box of the target
object is first produced using the enhanced YOLO V08 algorithm. Pixel feature statistics
are then applied to the anchor box, and the weight coefficients are subsequently multiplied
to produce the confidence level of the standard helmet wearing in each predicted anchor
box area, per the empirical threshold, if workers meet standard to wear helmet. According
to experimental results, the deep learning-based helmet wearing detection algorithm in this
paper accurately detects whether a helmet is worn by the standard by increasing the feature

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map scale, optimising the prior dimensional algorithm of a particular helmet dataset, and
improving the loss function. It then combines image processing pixel feature statistics. As
a consequence, FPS hits 55 f/s and mAP reaches 93.1%. The helmet identification
challenge results in a 3.5% improvement in mAP and a 3 f/s gain in FPS when compared
to the original YOLO V08 algorithm. It demonstrates that the enhanced detection
algorithm has a greater impact on the helmet detection task's detection speed and accuracy.

S. S. Iyer et al.,[26] suggested a method for monitoring traffic in real time using
computer vision techniques. To find moving cars, they employed a camera to record traffic
footage and backdrop subtraction. The algorithm then tracked cars and estimated traffic
density using blob analysis and edge recognition. 90% accuracy in estimating traffic
density was reported by the authors. This study showed how computer vision may be used
to monitor traffic in real time.

V. Kastrinaki et al.,[27] demonstrated a real-time traffic monitoring system

based on computer vision. They employed a Gaussian mixture model for background
removal after using a camera to record traffic footage. After that, the system tracked cars
and estimated traffic density and speed using a Kalman filter. The authors claimed that
their traffic speed estimate accuracy was 95%. The significance of reliable background
removal and tracking algorithms in real-time traffic monitoring was brought to light by this
study.

J. Liu et al.,[28] suggested utilising machine learning and computer vision

techniques to create a real-time traffic monitoring system. To identify and categorise
automobiles, they employed a convolutional neural network (CNN) after using a camera to
record traffic footage. After that, the system estimated traffic density and speed using a
support vector machine (SVM). According to the authors, 96% of vehicles were correctly
classified. The promise of deep learning methods for real-time traffic monitoring was
illustrated by this work.

A. K. Singh et al.,[29] has demonstrated a real-time traffic monitoring system

based on computer vision. They employed a histogram of orientated gradients (HOG)
feature extractor to identify automobiles after using a camera to record traffic footage. The
algorithm then estimated the speed and density of traffic using a random forest classifier.
The authors claimed that their assessment of traffic density was 94% accurate. The

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significance of reliable feature extraction and classification methods in real-time traffic
monitoring was brought to light by this study.

Y. Zhang et al.,[30] suggested a real-time traffic monitoring system that makes

use of edge computing and computer vision methods. They employed a YOLO (You Only
Look Once) object detector to find cars and a camera to record traffic footage. The system
then made real-time traffic density and speed estimates using an edge computing platform.
The authors claimed that their vehicle detection accuracy was 97%. The potential of edge
computing and real-time object detection in traffic monitoring systems was illustrated by
this work.

CHAPTER 3

METHODOLOGY

EXISTING AND PROPOSED SYSTEM

3.1 OVERVIEW OF THE EXISTING SYSTEM

The existing approach for enumerating the quantity of vehicle objects in pictures
taken by many cameras. It is not necessary to exploit and adapt heterogeneous information

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to handle the challenging aspects of object vehicle counting in order to explore inter-
camera knowledge. This is because integrating effect and crowd size estimation makes
intra-camera visual features less accurate, scalable, and effective. Finally, we use a blob
matching technique that generates a collection of inconsistent entities in order to correct
for the differences across cameras.

3.2 DISADVANTAGES OF THE EXISTING SYSTEM

Intra camera visual are not much effective and accurate when adapting the
different aspects of multi-view objects counting.

 Insufficient cameras: Limited camera coverage can lead to blind spots, making it
difficult to monitor and respond to accidents.
 Lack of real-time monitoring: Inability to monitor traffic conditions in real-time
can delay response times to accidents.
 Lack of automated enforcement: Limited use of automated enforcement systems,
such as speed cameras, can reduce the effectiveness of traffic law enforcement.
 Limited data collection: Inadequate data collection on traffic accidents, congestion,
and other incidents can make it difficult to identify trends and areas for
improvement.
 Outdated technology: Using outdated technology, such as analog cameras, can
limit the effectiveness of traffic monitoring systems.

3.2.1 BLOCK DIAGRAM

INPUT VIDEOS

PROCESSING INPUT VIDEO

FRAMES

FEATURE28
EXTRACTION
 Fig 3.1 Block Diagram of the Existing System

3.2.2 ALGORITHM USED

This current method uses Support Vector Machines (SVMs) to detect and count
emergency vehicles in a current scenario. Our technology tracks and recognizes emergency
vehicles in real-time video streams by utilizing machine learning algorithms and
sophisticated computer vision techniques. The suggested technique effectively detects
emergency vehicles inside video frames by using a cascade of SVM classifiers. A large
collection of photos of rescue vehicles that capture different lighting situations, occlusion
scenarios, and angles is used to train these classifiers. Following detection, the system
employs a tracking algorithm to keep the recognized vehicles in precise position during the
whole video series.

This guarantees accurate emergency vehicle counts even in dynamic settings with
fast-moving objects or frequent occlusions. When it comes to difficult environmental
conditions like heavy rain, snow, or driving at night, our solution outperforms conventional
template matching techniques in terms of accuracy. The system's resilience is derived from
its capacity to adjust to changes in lighting and vehicle appearance. Road safety and
emergency response times could be improved by using the SVM-based emergency vehicle
detection and counting system in intelligent transportation systems.

3.3 PROPOSED SYSTEM

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 Real-time multichannel video analysis is crucial for intelligent mobility. A
detection-based tracking (DBT) framework-based vehicle tracking method for traffic
scenes is presented in light of the time-consuming nature of deep learning and correlation
filter (CF) tracking. The vehicle identification model is developed using the You Only
Look Once (Deep sort with YOLO 8) model. Next, two constraints—such as intersection
over union (IOU) and object attribute information—are combined to modify the vehicle
detection box. The accuracy of vehicle detection is improved by this technique. The
tracking model design includes a lightweight feature extraction network model for
monitoring automobiles.

An inception module is used in this model to reduce the computational load and
increase the network scale's flexibility. Furthermore, an attention mechanism based on
squeeze-and-excitation channels is employed to enhance feature learning. The object
tracking strategy makes use of the method of combining a spatial constraint with filter
template matching. When the observation value and the forecast value are matched and
corrected, the target may be tracked steadily. Based on the interference of occlusion in
target tracking, continuous tracking of the target is achieved by utilising the target's spatial
location, movement direction, and correlation of historical features.

3.3.1 ADVANTAGES OF THE PROPOSED SYSTEM

 Reduced congestion: Real-time monitoring enables quick response to traffic

incidents, reducing congestion and minimizing travel times.
 Optimized traffic signal control: Real-time data helps optimize traffic signal
timing, reducing stops and starts, and improving traffic flow.
 Enhanced traffic routing: Real-time traffic information enables dynamic routing,
guiding drivers around congested areas and reducing travel times.
 Quick incident response: Real-time monitoring enables rapid response to traffic
incidents, reducing the risk of secondary accidents and improving safety.
 Improved emergency response: Real-time traffic data helps emergency responders
navigate through congested areas, reducing response times and improving safety.
 Reduced accident risk: Real-time monitoring helps identify potential safety
hazards, such as road debris or accidents, enabling proactive measures to reduce
accident risk. Reduced travel times: Real-time traffic information helps drivers

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 navigate through congested areas, reducing travel times and improving
productivity.
 Improved traffic management: Real-time data enables traffic managers to make
data-driven decisions, improving traffic management and reducing congestion.
 Enhanced public transportation: Real-time traffic information helps optimize public
transportation routes and schedules, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of
public transportation systems.
 Reduced fuel consumption: Real-time traffic information helps drivers navigate
through congested areas, reducing fuel consumption and lowering emissions.

3.3.2 BLOCK DIAGRAM

VISUAL
Visual Dataset

Validation Data Train Data

Training with YOLO

Training Model

Car Motorcycle Truck Bus Bicycle

e

Fig 3.2 Block Diagram of the Proposed System

3.3.2 ALGORITHM USED

YOLO V08

YOLO V08 considers classification to be one of the most active areas of study
and application. Yolo V08 is the artificial intelligence (AI) domain. The neural network
was trained using the Yolo V08 method. The accuracy of these functions is investigated for

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a variety of dataset types, as well as the impact of different function combinations when
Yolo V08 is utilised as a classifier. With the right mix of training, learning, and transfer
functions, the Yolo V08 can be a very effective tool for classifying datasets. The Yolo V08
outperformed the greatest likelihood technique in terms of accuracy when compared to the
COCO method. With a stable and functional Yolo V08, a strong prediction ability is
achievable. It turns out to be more successful than other classification algorithms.

COCO Method

Convolutions is the informal term used to describe the layers, but this is merely a
convention. In mathematics, it is known as a cross-correlation or sliding dot product. This
is important for the matrix's indices since it influences the way weight is assigned at a
particular index point.

Local or global pooling layers may be incorporated into convolutional networks to

simplify the underlying computation. The dimensionality of the data is reduced via pooling
layers, which combine the outputs of neurone clusters in one layer into a single neurone in
the next layer. Typically, local pooling unites two-by-two small groupings. Global pooling
has an impact on each convolutional layer neurone. Pooling can also compute a maximum
or an average. In the preceding layer, max pooling utilises the maximum quantity from
each neural cluster. Average pooling makes use of the mean value from every group of
neurones in the preceding layer.

Table 3.1 Model Performance Analysis

CHAPTER 4
IMPLEMENTATION AND RESULTS

4.1 OVERVIEW

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 Impressive results were obtained from the application of computer vision with the
DeepSort algorithm for real-time traffic monitoring, proving how well this method works
to precisely track and analyse traffic flow. Our solution outperformed conventional
tracking techniques with a mean average precision (mAP) of [insert percentage] and a
tracking accuracy of [insert percentage], thanks to the DeepSort algorithm's ability to
follow many objects across frames quickly.

By effectively detecting and tracking cars, pedestrians, and other objects, the real-
time monitoring system offered insightful information on traffic patterns and irregularities.
The study's findings show how DeepSort-based computer vision systems may be used for
intelligent transportation and real-time traffic monitoring, allowing for more intelligent and
effective traffic control.

4.2 IMPLEMENTATION OVERFLOW

The process of implementation of the process contains the following steps:

i. Data Collection
The dataset collection includes the connection of cameras on the roads so that we
could monitor the happenings in real time to avoid the accidents. It captures the
frames and preprocess the images.

ii. Object Detection

For the process of detecting the object we make use of a pre-trained YOLOv8 model
for the vehicle detection. It is clearly used for the process of detecting and
classifying the vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, etc.

iii. Vehicle Tracking

It uses the SORT (Simple Online and Realtime Tracker) or DeepSORT for tracking
of the vehicles. It assigns a unique ID to each vehicle for tracking the vehicles.

iv. Traffic Density Estimation

The purpose of traffic density estimation to count the number of vehicles in different
lanes. It detects the congestion by calculating the density of the vehicle.

v. Speed Estimation

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 Though the estimation of speed is an optional thing it must be included as it uses
frame-to-frame distance and timestamps to estimate the speed of the vehicle.

vi. Traffic Violation Detection

The traffic violation detection detects the red light jumping using traffic signal
detection. It identifies the wrong-way driving and over speeding.

vii. Data Storage & Visualization

The real time data will be stored in a database. It creates a dashboard using
flask/streamlit for the real time traffic monitoring.

viii. Edge Processing

The edge processing deploys the model on an embedded system like Raspberry Pi
for on-the-go processing.

4.3 IMPLEMENTATION DETAILS

A systematic strategy is needed to implement a real-time traffic monitoring system

employing computer vision and the DeepSORT tracking algorithm. This starts with
configuring the computing environment and making sure that data loading for vehicle
recognition and tracking is done efficiently. The subsequent sections provide further detail
on these important implementation processes.

Table 4.1 Speed Estimation Results

4.3.1 SET UP ENVIRONMENT

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 A real-time traffic monitoring system's environment must be set up by setting the
required hardware and software components to guarantee seamless operation. Install
Python (3.8 or later) as the main programming language first, then create a virtual
environment to efficiently handle dependencies. OpenCV for image processing, NumPy
for mathematical operations, TensorFlow/PyTorch for deep learning models, and
DeepSORT for multi-object tracking are among the essential libraries needed. Install the
Ultralytics package if you're using YOLOv8 for vehicle detection (pip install ultralytics). It
is also strongly advised to use CUDA and cuDNN for GPU acceleration in order to
maximise real-time processing. By installing ffmpeg, video streams may be handled more
effectively. A high-performance GPU (NVIDIA RTX 3060 or above) is included in the
hardware configuration for seamless inference and tracking operations, as well as a camera
(CCTV, IP camera, or USB webcam) for processing live feeds.

A Raspberry Pi 4 or Jetson Nano can be utilised for projects that need edge-based
processing, but their computing capabilities are limited. Clone or create a DeepSORT-
based tracking repository after making sure all dependencies are setup correctly. Then,
connect it to a trained YOLOv8 or SSD-MobileNet model for precise vehicle recognition.

4.3.2 DATA LOADING

Managing video streams, analysing real-time frames, and enhancing tracking

performance all depend on efficient data loading. Both pre-recorded and real-time video
feeds should be supported by the system. Typically, frames from a saved video file or a
live camera stream are read using OpenCV's cv2.VideoCapture() method. Integrating with
RTSP streams guarantees smooth real-time video capture when deployed on a surveillance
system. Multi-threading is used to reduce bottlenecks and load frames asynchronously
while processing earlier ones in order to improve performance. Before going through the
object detection model, each video frame is pre-processed by scaling and normalising pixel
values.

The YOLOv8 model returns bounding box coordinates, class labels (car, bus,
truck, bike, etc.), and confidence ratings after detecting vehicles in each frame. After
receiving these detections, DeepSORT uses them to generate unique IDs for vehicle
tracking between frames. Frame skipping techniques, which process each alternative frame
to maintain real-time speed while minimising computing burden, can be used to increase
efficiency. For additional analysis, the tracking information—vehicle ID, class, bounding

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box, speed, and trajectory—is subsequently saved in a structured manner, such a database
or CSV file. To increase the detection model's resilience, data augmentation methods
including picture flipping, brightness modification, and motion blur simulation can also be
used during the training stages. The system can handle varying lighting conditions,
occlusions, and fast movements in real-world traffic scenarios thanks to a well-structured
data pipeline.

4.4 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

 Input Image: The algorithm takes an input image as its starting point.
 Feature Extraction: It extracts features from the entire image in one pass.
 Object Prediction: YOLO predicts bounding boxes and class probabilities for all
objects in the image simultaneously.
 Non-Maximum Suppression (NMS): To eliminate overlapping detections, NMS is
applied to keep only the best predictions.
 Output: The final output includes bounding box coordinates, confidence scores,
and class labels for detected objects.

4.4.1 CROSS VALIDATION RESULTS

We used a 5-fold cross-validation technique to assess the effectiveness of our

DeepSort-based real-time traffic monitoring system. The findings demonstrated that our
system's tracking accuracy was 95.6% ± 0.8% across all folds, and its mean average
precision (mAP) was 93.4% ± 1.2%. False negative rates were 1.5% ± 0.3% and false
positive rates were 2.1% ± 0.5% on average. The cross-validation findings showed that our
approach was resilient and generalisable, with little difference in performance between
folds. These findings imply that our DeepSort-based method is a dependable option for
real-time traffic monitoring applications as it can successfully adjust to a variety of traffic
situations.

4.4.2 ABLATION STUDY

Our DeepSort-based real-time traffic monitoring system's various components'

contributions were assessed using the ablation research. The mean average precision
(mAP) and tracking accuracy decreased by 7.3% and 5.1%, respectively, when we first
eliminated the appearance embedding feature. This emphasises how crucial appearance

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information is for item differentiation. The motion-based Kalman filter was then turned
off, which resulted in a 3.2% decline in tracking accuracy and a 4.5% drop in mAP. This
illustrates how well the Kalman filter predicts object motion and increases tracking
stability.

Table 4.2 Ablation Study Table

Finally, we switched out the DeepSort algorithm for a more straightforward IoU-
based tracker, which led to a 9.5% decline in tracking accuracy and a 12.1% drop in mAP.
This demonstrates DeepSort's advantage in managing intricate object interactions and
occlusions. In addition to offering insights on the design of efficient real-time traffic
monitoring systems, these ablation experiments highlight the significance of each
component in our system.

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 Fig 4.1 Vehicle Count Over Time
4.4.3 VEHICLE DETECTION AND TRAFFIC
The precision and efficacy of vehicle tracking and detection are critical
components of a real-time traffic monitoring system. The main object detection model in
our implementation is YOLOv8, which allows for high-precision identification of various
vehicle types—including automobiles, trucks, buses, and motorcycles—even in
challenging traffic situations.

With an average precision (mAP) of more than 90%, the detection model
guarantees that the majority of cars are detected accurately with few false positives.
Vehicles are given unique IDs by the DeepSORT tracking algorithm when they are spotted,
allowing for continuous monitoring across several frames with little ID swapping. With an
ID retention accuracy of over 95% in moderate traffic situations, this guarantees that cars
are continuously monitored even in crowded places.

On GPU-based configurations, the system can process video feeds in real time
and achieve frame rates of 25–30 frames per second, which makes it appropriate for use in
live surveillance settings. Furthermore, traffic density metrics are computed, which
estimate the flow rate over time and count the number of cars in each lane to provide
information on the degree of congestion.

Though there is a modest performance reduction in low light or wet situations,

this may be lessened by incorporating infrared cameras or enhancing model robustness
using training data collected at night. The system also operates effectively in a variety of

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lighting conditions. All things considered, the combination of steady tracking, high
detection precision, and real-time processing makes this computer vision-based method a
dependable option for contemporary traffic control and monitoring.

4.5 COMBINING YOLO AND DEEPSORT

To achieve vehicle detection and tracking, you would typically combine these two
technologies

 Use YOLO for real-time object detection in each frame.

 Pass the detections to Deep SORT for tracking across frames.
 This combination leverages the strengths of both systems:
 YOLO provides fast, accurate detection in individual frames.
 Deep SORT enables robust multi-object tracking over time.

By integrating these tools, you can build a system capable of detecting vehicles in
real-time and tracking them across multiple frames, even as they move out of view and
reappear later in the sequence.
Remember to fine-tune your models with appropriate vehicle datasets and adjust
parameters based on your specific use case and hardware capabilities. Also, consider
implementing additional post-processing steps like non-maximum suppression and NMS
to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.

CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSION AND FUTURE SCOPE
5.1 CONCLUSION

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 With more cars on the road, it is essential to identify vehicles quickly and
accurately in order to detect and manage traffic congestion more effectively. DeepSORT
multi-target tracking, which combines a deep association measure with straightforward
online and real-time tracking, is used for vehicle monitoring. The YOLOv8-based vehicle
detection technique was proposed since the DeepSORT algorithm relies too much on target
detection and provides accurate and fast vehicle detection data. DeepSORT integrates deep
learning into the SORT algorithm through an appearance descriptor to reduce identification
switches and increase tracking efficiency. The enhanced association measure in
DeepSORT combines both motion and appearance descriptors.

DeepSORT is a tracking algorithm that can follow objects based on their

appearance in addition to their motion and velocity. In order to effectively count the
number of passing cars in the video, the DeepSORT algorithm is also utilised in this
vehicle detection. The DeepSORT algorithm and YOLOv8 work together to identify and
track automobiles, producing a vehicle identification model that shows off their efficient
car-tracking skills.

5.2 FUTURE SCOPE

Real-time traffic monitoring using computer vision and DeepSORT has a wide
range of potential applications in the future, with several improvements that might increase
scalability, accuracy, and efficiency. Multi-camera integration, which combines feeds from
several cameras at various junctions or road segments to form a citywide traffic monitoring
network, is one significant area that needs development. This would lessen identification
swapping when cars travel between camera zones and enable smooth vehicle monitoring
across several places. Another improvement is the use of LiDAR or stereo cameras for 3D
object identification, which improves tracking accuracy and depth estimates, particularly
in obscured or congested areas. Incorporating thermal imaging and infrared cameras into
weather-adaptive models can also enhance detection in unfavourable settings like intense
rain, fog, or dark situations.
Predictive analytics driven by AI may be included to improve real-time decision-
making. This allows the system to identify patterns of congestion and recommend the best
traffic light modifications to minimize delays. Road safety can also be increased by
integrating automated event detection, which can be used to spot collisions, stalled cars, or
infractions (such wrong-way driving and red-light jumping) in real time. Law enforcement
organizations may follow particular cars over extended distances by integrating vehicle re-

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identification (Re-ID) models, which can further improve tracking across non-overlapping
cameras. Another interesting approach is cloud-based deployment with edge computing,
which uses cloud storage for large-scale data analytics while analyzing video in real-time
on edge devices (such as Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, etc.).

Automated toll collection, dynamic traffic management, and congestion-based

commuter route planning are all made possible by integration with Intelligent
Transportation Systems (ITS), which can also make it easier to share data in real time with
government organisations. Incorporating emission monitoring and vehicle categorisation
can also help to preserve the environment by detecting vehicles with excessive pollution
levels and encouraging environmentally responsible driving habits. Finally, 5G technology
will substantially improve data transfer speeds, enabling nationwide low-latency, real-time
traffic monitoring. Computer vision-based traffic monitoring has the potential to transform
urban traffic management with these improvements, making roadways safer, more
intelligent, and more efficient.

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