What Is A Smart Intersection? Safer Transportation in Ann Arbor

Wed, 13 Aug, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Mon, 18 Aug, 2025 at 07:30 pm UTC-04:00

Ann Arbor SPARK Headquarters | Ann Arbor

U-M Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI)
Publisher/HostU-M Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI)
What Is A Smart Intersection? Safer Transportation in Ann Arbor
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Come join us to learn about the UMTRI Smart Intersections Project and how it's revolutionizing traffic safety in the City of Ann Arbor!
About this Event

What Is A Smart Intersection?

The City of Ann Arbor is home to 21 "smart" intersections thanks to an award from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). These intersections are equipped with cameras as well as radar and infrared sensors to detect possible dangerous situations and send alerts to road users. This technology, known as cooperative driving automation, aims to create safer roadways and reduce traffic congestion.

The Smart Intersections Project (SIP) team consists of the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI), Ford Motor Company, Qualcomm, Toyota, the City of Ann Arbor, Integral Blue, P3Mobility, Purdue University, and WSP to accelerate deployments across the country and to create a roadmap for the commercialization of this technology.

Come join us at the Ann Arbor SPARK Headquarters to learn all about Smart Intersections Project! Whether you're a tech enthusiast, urban planner, or just curious about the latest trends in the City of Ann Arbor, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to gain insights and network with like-minded individuals.


Agenda

🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Event Check-In
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:10 PM
Introduction
Host: Andrew Donaldson

Info: Andrew Donaldson, Senior Program Manager for the Smart Intersections Project, will provide a brief introduction on what a smart intersection entails and the goals of the project.


🕑: 05:10 PM - 06:00 PM
Project Presentations
Host: Dr. Henry Liu

Info: Presentations from project partners will cover the technology used, how cities can finance this technology, and how Ann Arbor is using this project to create safer, more efficient roads.


🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:15 PM
Q&A
🕑: 06:15 PM - 07:30 PM
Networking Reception
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ann Arbor SPARK Headquarters, 330 East Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, United States

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