What If the Sensors on Your Car Were Inspecting Potholes for the Government? Honda Found Out

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Honda's Pothole-Sniffing Sensors: Government Inspections Get a Helping Hand from Tech.

A two-year study by Honda and the Ohio Department of Transportation has found an innovative way to utilize modern car technology to identify potholes, damaged guardrails, and deficient signage - and it's not just about safety. The partnership involved equipping Hondas with various cameras and Lidar sensors, which then reported back to the state transportation agency, resulting in a 99% success rate for detecting hidden signs.

While autonomous taxis are on the horizon, this project showcases how existing vehicle sensor technology can be repurposed to support proactive asset management. The collaboration between Honda, Ohio DOT, the University of Cincinnati, Parsons Corporation, and i-Probe Inc. demonstrated that by analyzing data from daily driving, vehicles could provide valuable insights into road conditions.

"This project shows how vehicle sensor data can complement existing inspection programs and support more proactive asset management," said Daisuke Oshima, president and CEO of i-Probe. "Production vehicle sensors are designed primarily for driving and safety – not for asset monitoring – but their ability to collect data continuously during daily driving creates unique value at scale."

The system reportedly saved the state $4.5 million in road-related maintenance costs by reducing time spent on manual inspections, allowing for better repair scheduling, and planning preventative maintenance. The automaker plans to take this technology further, aiming to find ways for its drivers to anonymously share data with the correct agency to report problems with roads traveled or identify areas that could need repair.

As the industry continues to shift towards smarter, more adaptive solutions, it's clear that car sensors are becoming an essential tool in maintaining America's infrastructure. By harnessing the power of real-time vehicle data, Honda and Ohio DOT have shown that a new era of proactive maintenance is possible – one that benefits everyone sharing the road.
 
Ugh, this is just getting outta hand 🤯. Next thing you know, they'll be using Tesla's Autopilot system to monitor road conditions... like we need another AI experiment 🚗💻. And what's up with Honda trying to make a buck off their own tech? "Hey, let us sell your sensor data" 🤑. I mean, I get it, saving the state some cash is cool and all, but this feels like a money grab 💸. Can't we just have a nice, simple pothole detector that doesn't need to be hacked into my ride's computer? 🤦‍♂️
 
I THINK THIS IS SO COOL!!! THE IDEA OF CAR TECHNOLOGY HELPING US KEEP OUR ROADS IN GOOD CONDITION IS PRETTY GENIUS! 🚗💡 I MEAN, WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT CARS COULD BE USED TO HELP FIX POTHOLES AND WHATNOT? IT JUST GOES TO SHOW THAT INNOVATION CAN COME FROM THE MOST UNLIKELY PLACES. ALSO, THE FACT THAT THIS SYSTEM HAS ALREADY SAVED THE STATE $4.5 MILLION IS PRETTY IMPRESSIVE! 🤑
 
Pothole sniffers 🤔🚗! Who knew Hondas could be like superheroes 💪? They've got cameras and Lidar sensors 🔍 that can detect hidden problems on the roads. It's not just about safety, but also saving money 💸 - $4.5 million, to be exact! That's a lot of pothole patching 🛠️.

I love how Honda is using its car tech for good 🌟. And it's cool that they're planning to let drivers share their data anonymously 👀. It's like a game of "spot the pothole" 🎮, but with real-time info and better roads for everyone 🚗👍.

This project is like, totally awesome 🔥! It shows how car sensors can help with proactive asset management 💡. And who knows, maybe one day we'll have self-driving cars that can detect potholes before they become problems 🤖. The future of road maintenance looks bright ☀️!
 
OMG 🤯 this is so cool! Like, I'm all about innovation and tech, you know? And now they're using car sensors to find potholes? Genius 💡, right?! I mean, who would've thought our cars could be like little inspectors on wheels? 🚗🔍 It's not just about safety either, but also about saving $$$ 💸. 4.5 million saved is no joke! 💥 And now they wanna share data anonymously? That's so responsible of Honda 🤝. I'm all for it, let's make our roads better and safer with the help of tech! 🚧💻
 
I'm loving this initiative by Honda & Ohio DOT! 🚗💡 Who would've thought that car tech could help fix potholes faster? 😂 It's all about repurposing existing technology to make our lives (and roads) better. I can already imagine the benefits for commuters, who'd save time and money on repairs. And it's awesome that Honda's drivers will get to share data anonymously - transparency is key! 🤝 The fact that they saved $4.5 million in maintenance costs is just icing on the cake. Now, let's see more cities adopt this tech and make our roads smoother for everyone! 🚧
 
🤩 I think this is so cool! Can you imagine driving your daily commute and knowing exactly where all the potholes are? 🚗 It's like having a personal ninja on the roads, alerting everyone to potential hazards! And the best part is that it's not just about safety – it's also about saving money and resources by reducing manual inspections. 💸 The tech industry has been working so hard to make cars smarter and more efficient, and this project is like the ultimate example of that! 🚀 I'm all for sharing data anonymously if it means better roads for everyone 🙌 and a smoother ride for drivers everywhere 😊
 
🤔 I mean, come on... this is either pure genius or a recipe for disaster 🚗💥 - take your pick. On one hand, who wouldn't want to save $4.5 million by using their car sensors to detect potholes? It's like having a superpower in the comfort of your own ride 🤖. But on the other hand, are we really ready for our cars to be spewing out data like they're going out of style? What about privacy concerns and who gets access to this info? 🤔 And what about the liability if a sensor mistake causes a problem down the line? 🚗😬
 
The symbiotic relationship between automotive technology and transportation management has yielded some fascinating results! The fact that a 99% success rate in detecting potholes and other infrastructure issues through sensor data collection is truly impressive 🤯. I'm also intrigued by how this project highlights the value of leveraging existing vehicle sensor capabilities for proactive asset management - it's a great example of repurposing technology to drive positive change 💡.

The Ohio DOT's collaboration with Honda, academia, and private industry has demonstrated that the data generated by daily driving can provide valuable insights into road conditions 📈. This approach not only saves time and money but also enables more effective planning and preventative maintenance. It's exciting to think about the potential applications of this technology in the future - like anonymous data sharing and real-time reporting systems 💻.

Overall, I believe that this project marks a significant milestone in the development of smart infrastructure management systems 🚧. By harnessing the power of real-time vehicle data, we can create more resilient, adaptive, and responsive transportation networks that benefit everyone who uses them 🌆.
 
I gotta say, this pothole-snooping tech by Honda is pretty cool 🤖💡! I mean, who needs humans to inspect roads when you got sensors doing it for you? It's like having a personal quality control agent on every car 🚗🔍. But what really gets me excited is the potential for this tech to save us some serious cash 💸. $4.5 million in road maintenance costs? That's like, whoa! And now they're planning to let drivers anonymously share data to help out with repairs? Talk about community-driven 🌎.

I'm also loving how Honda and Ohio DOT are working together on this project 🤝. It just goes to show that even the most unlikely of partnerships can lead to some amazing innovations 💥. And I gotta ask, what's next for this tech? Are we gonna see more cars reporting potholes and damaged guardrails in no time? 🔍🚗 Only time will tell, but for now, let's just bask in the glory of a smarter, more efficient road-maintenance system 🌈.
 
😊 This tech is super smart, like, who would've thought cars could help fix potholes? The fact that it saved the state $4.5 million in maintenance costs is amazing! 🤑 It's not just about safety, but also about making our roads better for everyone. I'm curious to see how Honda plans to share this data with the public, maybe a special app or something? 👍
 
I think this is genius! 🤩 I mean, who needs a dedicated pothole detection app when your car's sensors can do the job? It's like, why not repurpose technology designed for safety into something that helps keep our roads in better shape? And the fact that it saved Ohio $4.5 million is just icing on the cake (or should I say, a smooth patch of road?) 🎉. I love how Honda and Ohio DOT are working together to make this happen - it's all about collaboration and finding new ways to use tech for good! 💡
 
🤔 I mean, can you imagine driving down the road and knowing exactly where to look for potholes? It's crazy to think that car sensors are being used to help fix roads! The idea that Honda and Ohio DOT were able to save $4.5 million in maintenance costs is mind-blowing. I guess it just goes to show how technology can be used to make a real difference in our daily lives. 🚗💡
 
Ugh 🤕 just learned that the average lifespan of a bike tire is only around 1,500 miles 🚴‍♂️😷 now I gotta plan for my next set of tires and it's already stressing me out...
 
I think this is bloody brilliant! Who would've thought that car sensors could be used for more than just safety features? I mean, it makes total sense that they could help identify potholes and whatnot. It's like a match made in heaven! And $4.5 million saved on maintenance costs? That's some serious cash right there. What really gets me excited is the idea of drivers being able to share data anonymously with the government – it's like a digital way of saying "hey, I've got a pothole over here!" It's all about making roads safer and more efficient, and if we can harness technology for that, then I'm all for it. 🚗💡
 
I'm like "what's next? 🤯" - our cars are basically self-spying out for us! I mean, I remember when GPS was just getting popular and it was already mind-blowing, but now they're using sensors to detect potholes?! It's like something out of a sci-fi movie. And the fact that they can save the state $4.5 million is pretty cool too. But you know what would be even cooler? If we could just magically fix all these potholes without having to spend any more money on 'em 🤑. Just kidding, but seriously, this tech is awesome and it's nice to see companies like Honda and the government working together to make our roads better. I wonder if they'll ever use drones to inspect roads too... that would be something!
 
🤔 I mean, come on, 99% success rate? That's not even close to perfect. They should've gotten at least 100%. And what about the other 1%? Were those potholes just too sneaky for them to catch? 🚗💡 Also, $4.5 million in savings? That's cute, but how much did it really cost to implement this system in the first place? 🤑 I'm all for smart tech and reducing maintenance costs, but we gotta be realistic about its limitations. Maybe Honda should've gone with a more rigorous testing process before rolling out their pothole-sniffing sensors 😂
 
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