An Automated Pothole Detection and Repair System for Effective Road Maintenance and Safety

The escalating demands on urban infrastructure necessitate innovative solutions to tackle the challenges posed by deteriorating road conditions. Potholes, a prevalent form of road degradation, pose safety risks and economic burdens. This paper introduces an advanced Pothole Detection and Repair System (PDRS) designed to transform the management of road infrastructure through cutting-edge technology. The proposed PDRS employs state-of-the-art laser depth sensors technologies to autonomously detect and classify potholes in real-time. A network of strategically placed smart sensors along roadways captures and analyzes depth data to identify road anomalies, facilitating rapid and accurate pothole detection. Robotic systems equipped with advanced materials and tools are deployed to repair identified potholes efficiently, reducing response time and minimizing the need for manual intervention, thereby improving overall operational efficiency and worker safety. Implementing the Pothole Detection and Repair System marks a significant shift in road maintenance practices, offering an intelligent and sustainable solution to urban infrastructure decay. By integrating cutting-edge technologies with efficient repair mechanisms, this system aims to improve road safety, reduce economic losses, and support the development of smart, resilient cities.