Leveraging Edge Computing and Orchestration Platform for Enhanced Pedestrian Safety Application: The DEDICAT-6G Approach

The DEDICAT-6G project emphasizes dynamic re-sourcing, connectivity, flexibility, and trustworthiness for emerging human-centric services. In response, our Vulnerable Road User safety solution targets the need for heightened awareness in urban settings, leveraging edge computing, communication protocols, and efficient resource management to reduce intersection-related accidents. Our architecture involves Road Side Units, On-Board Units, and Vulnerable Road Users, with a Collision Detection Edge Application for real-time data analysis, incorporating a Monitoring System that facilitates comprehensive performance evaluation. A simulation considering limited sight scenarios at intersections yielded promising early results, indicating the efficacy of our approach. Future endeavors encompass real-world implementation, advanced algorithm integration, resource optimization, and environmental impact assessment, all contributing to advancing secure and adaptive communication systems.