2023/01/25 by Xuan Jiang, Yuhan Tang, Jiang, Xuan +12 · 1 citation
Engineering · #Air Traffic Management and Optimization #Artificial Intelligence (cs.AI) #Computers and Society (cs.CY) #FOS: Computer and information sciences #Robotics (cs.RO) #Traffic control and management #Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (VANETs)
paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2301.12901
openalex publication_date 2023/01/25 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28
Urban air mobility (UAM) has the potential to revolutionize transportation in metropolitan areas, providing a new mode of transportation that could alleviate congestion and improve accessibility. However, the integration of UAM into existing transportation systems is a complex task that requires a thorough understanding of its impact on traffic flow and capacity. In this paper, we conduct a survey to investigate the current state of research on UAM in metropolitan-scale traffic using simulation techniques. We identify key challenges and opportunities for the integration of UAM into urban transportation systems, including impacts on existing traffic patterns and congestion; safety analysis and risk assessment; potential economic and environmental benefits; and the development of shared infrastructure and routes for UAM and ground-based transportation. We also discuss the potential benefits of UAM, such as reduced travel times and improved accessibility for underserved areas. Our survey provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on UAM in metropolitan-scale traffic using simulation and highlights key areas for future research and development.