This project showcases a smart traffic management system built using the BASYS 3 FPGA board. Designed to optimize safety and efficiency at busy highway intersections, the system combines modern technology with intelligent design to handle real-world challenges in traffic control.
At its core, the system manages a 4-street intersection with 2 lanes per street, coordinating both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Using VHDL programming, the FPGA board controls the flow of traffic, responds to violations, and incorporates environmental monitoring—all while maintaining the high precision and reliability required for such systems.
- Integrated Sensors: Detect vehicles crossing during a red light and trigger alarms to ensure compliance with traffic rules.
- Environmental Awareness: Measure the ambient temperature and display it on the BASYS 3 board, bringing additional context to the system.
- Realistic Operation: Control high-voltage 220V LEDs, replicating the functionality of real-world traffic lights.
Each street is equipped with:
- Traffic lights for vehicles to manage flow efficiently.
- Pedestrian signals to ensure safety at crossings.
Traffic management is a critical challenge in modern cities, and this system demonstrates how FPGA technology can provide reliable and scalable solutions. By simulating a real-world intersection, this project offers a glimpse into the future of smart cities, where safety, efficiency, and adaptability come together to improve everyday life.
This system was developed as part of the ELCT501 Digital System Design course at the German University in Cairo, under the guidance of Prof. Mohamed Salem, Eng. Mohamed Awaad, and Eng. Nada Sayed.