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TITLE An Intelligent Traffic Light Controlling System for Emergency Vehicle Using RFID
ABSTRACT The increasing level of traffic congestion in urban areas has become a major challenge, especially for emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire engines, and police vehicles. Delays caused by heavy traffic can lead to serious consequences, including loss of human lives. To overcome this problem, this project proposes an intelligent traffic light control system using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to provide priority to emergency vehicles. In this system, each emergency vehicle is equipped with a unique RFID tag, and RFID readers are installed at traffic signal junctions. When an emergency vehicle approaches the intersection, the RFID reader detects the presence of the tag and sends a signal to the microcontroller. Based on this input, the traffic control system automatically changes the signal to green for the lane in which the emergency vehicle is traveling, while all other directions are set to red. This allows the emergency vehicle to pass through the junction quickly and safely without being delayed by traffic congestion. Once the emergency vehicle has crossed the signal, the system resets the traffic lights to their normal sequence. The proposed system operates automatically without the need for manual intervention, ensuring efficiency and reliability. It helps in reducing waiting time, improving traffic flow, and enhancing the response time of emergency services. This project demonstrates a cost-effective and practical solution for modern traffic management systems and can be further expanded by integrating with advanced technologies such as GPS and smart city infrastructure. Overall, the system contributes to safer and more efficient road transportation.
AUTHOR K. JAYANTHI, KARTHIKA.M, MOHANA.K, AGALYA.A Assistant Professor, Dept. of ECE., Mahendra College of Engineering, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India UG Student, Dept. of ECE., Mahendra College of Engineering, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India
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DOI DOI: 10.15680/IJIRCCE.2026.1404102
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