STIG - Smart Technology for Innovative Data Collection and Analysis for Pedestrian and Bicycle Paths
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| Coordinator | Statens Väg- & Transportforskningsinstitut - Statens väg- & transportforskningsinstitut VTI |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 2 200 000 |
| Project duration | January 2025 - June 2026 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Strategic Innovation Program Drive Sweden |
Purpose and goal
STIG aims to develop and test an AI-based method for efficient data collection and analysis of pedestrian and bicycle paths. The goal is to create a cost-effective tool that municipalities can use to improve maintenance and safety. By adapting existing road technology for such infrastructure, validating against established road standards, and testing various data collection methods, the project will deliver a prototype that enables systematic condition assessment of pedestrian and bicycle paths.
Expected effects and result
STIG will deliver a validated system (TRL 5-6) for AI-based analysis of pedestrian and bicycle paths, including recommendations for data collection. This enables efficient maintenance planning and increased safety through rapid identification of problems. The methodology creates conditions for accessible paths that promote sustainable travel. The results provide municipalities with a cost-effective maintenance tool and support evidence-based infrastructure investments across these road networks.
Planned approach and implementation
STIG is implemented through six work packages: (1) Project management, (2) Identification of user scenarios and parameters, (3) Technology development for AI algorithm adaptation, (4) Field tests with data collection methods in four municipalities, (5) Validation against road standards, and (6) Implementation guidelines. The project is coordinated by VTI with Univrses AB and and the municipalities of Helsingborg, Stockholm, Umeå and Järfälla during January 2025 and June 2026.