“pathshadow” — AI-based
Accident Risk Analyzer for
Roads
CONTENTS
1. Project Title 2. Introduction
3. Objective 4. Key Features
5. Target Users 6. Expected Outcomes
Introduction
While many traffic “pathshadow” aims to By analyzing traffic
Road traffic accidents
management systems address this gap by patterns, road
continue to be a
exist that focus on utilizing AI and conditions, weather
significant cause of
general accident machine learning forecasts, historical
injury and death
statistics and real-time algorithms to predict accident data, and
worldwide. In
traffic monitoring, accident risks based driver behaviors,
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advanced, AI-powered time data sources. provide early warnings
countries, traffic
solutions specifically and actionable
accidents are a major
designed to predict insights to prevent
public safety concern,
and mitigate road accidents, save lives,
contributing to high
accident risks at a and improve road
numbers of fatalities
granular level. safety standards.
and injuries each year.
why ??
• High rate of road accidents in
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Bangladesh needs urgent solution.
• Existing systems react after crashes;
Pathshadow prevents them.
• Uses AI to predict and alert in real-time.
• Reduces pressure on
emergency services.
• Supports smart city goals.
Predicts road accident risks in real-time using AI
Uses data: traffic, weather, road conditions, and driver
behavior
Offers alerts, suggestions, and analytics.
Accessible on mobile and web
platforms.
Helps users proactively avoid
risky areas.
Enhances situational awareness using AI
and maps
Builds a data-driven road safety ecosystem
Objective
The objective of “pathshadow” is to develop an AI-powered system that:
• Analyzes and predicts road accident risks at a granular level based on real-time and historical data.
• Provides actionable insights and early warnings to drivers, authorities, and stakeholders.
• Identifies high-risk areas, times, and conditions, helping to reduce the likelihood of accidents.
• Helps local authorities and transportation agencies optimize road safety measures and resource
allocation.
Alerting drivers about upcoming speed breakers
Warns users in advance about speed breakers to avoid sudden braking and maintain road
discipline.
Detecting and notifying about broken or damaged roads
Provides early warning about damaged road sections so drivers can slow
down or reroute safely.
Real-Time Accident Risk Prediction
The system uses data from IoT sensors, traffic cameras, GPS, weather stations, and historical accident
databases to assess the risk of accidents on specific roads and intersections in real-time.
AI algorithms process traffic patterns, vehicle speeds, road conditions, and environmental factors (such
as weather or time of day) to forecast accident risks.
Provides users (drivers, authorities, etc.) with warnings when high-risk conditions are detected.
Granular Risk Analysis
The system analyzes data at a granular level,
Identifies potential accident hotspots and
breaking down accident risks by road segment,
recommends targeted interventions (e.g., road
time of day, weather conditions, and traffic
maintenance, traffic signal adjustments, safety
volume.
awareness campaigns).
Driver Behavior Analysis
1 “pathshadow” will analyze patterns in driver behavior such
as speeding, harsh braking, and erratic driving.
2 By using AI-based anomaly detection, the system can
identify and predict accident risks based on driver behaviors
and offer corrective suggestions, such as speeding alerts or
reminders for safe driving practices.
Predictive Alerts and
Notifications
Alerts will include
Real-time notifications are
information such as high-
sent to drivers and road
risk zones, recommended
authorities when the system
speed limits, adverse
predicts an increased risk of
weather conditions, or
accidents.
suggestions to avoid certain
routes during peak risk
times.
Road Safety Improvement Suggestions
The system will generate actionable insights and Suggestions could include better signage, road
recommendations for infrastructure improvements redesigns, or the implementation of automated
based on accident patterns and risk analysis. traffic control measures.
Mobile Application
A user-friendly mobile app for drivers that The app will use geolocation to alert drivers when
provides real-time notifications, safety tips, and they are approaching high-risk zones and offer
alternative routes to avoid high-risk areas. immediate solutions (e.g., slowing down, changing
lanes).
Data Analytics and
Reporting
1 Comprehensive data analysis tools for local authorities to
review accident trends, high-risk areas, and effectiveness of
safety interventions.
2 Reports will help in resource planning for road safety, such
as prioritizing infrastructure repairs or deploying law
enforcement in accident-prone areas.
Accident Notification to Emergency Services
1 2 3
This emergency notification
In the event of an accident, the
system ensures a faster
“pathshadow” app
response time, helping
automatically sends real-time
emergency services reach the
notifications to all nearby police
accident site promptly.
stations, hospitals, ambulances,
and fire services.
Notifications will include critical
details like the accident location
(via GPS coordinates), the
severity of the accident (e.g.,
multiple vehicles involved,
possible injuries), and the type
of assistance required (police,
medical, or fire).
Target Users
Drivers: The primary users of the mobile app, who
Local Authorities: Transportation departments and
will benefit from real-time risk predictions and
law enforcement agencies who can use predictive
alerts.
data to improve road safety measures and
allocate resources effectively.
Insurance Companies: Insurers can use accident
City Planners and Transportation Agencies: These
risk analysis to adjust premiums and offer
agencies can use the system’s data to optimize
discounts for drivers who follow safer driving
road infrastructure, monitor traffic behavior, and
practices.
develop policies that reduce accidents.
Emergency Services: Provides actionable insights
for emergency responders, helping them prioritize
areas with higher predicted accident risks.
Expected Outcomes
Reduction in Road Accidents: By predicting and Improved Traffic Management: Local authorities
warning drivers of potential risks, the system can will be able to make data-driven decisions about
significantly reduce the number of accidents and road safety interventions and prioritize resources
fatalities on the road. more effectively.
Safer Driving Culture: The system will encourage Enhanced Infrastructure Planning: The system
safer driving behaviors by providing personalized will help improve road safety infrastructure by
alerts and suggestions to drivers. identifying the most dangerous areas and
conditions.
Expected Benefits
This table summarizes the expected benefits of Pathshadow, showcasing how each aspect contributes to
overall road safety.
ACCIDENT REDUCTION SIGNIFICANT DECREASE IN ROAD ACCIDENTS AND FATALITIES.
Safer Driving Behavior Drivers adapt and improve driving patterns.
Data-Driven Decisions City authorities empowered with predictive insights.
Improved Emergency Response Faster connection with nearby services.
Enhanced Infrastructure Investment priorities based on data evidence.
Thank You
Supervisor
Abdur Rab Dhruba
Lecturer
CSE & CSIT
Shanto-Mariam University of Creative
Technology