Solar Roads and Factors Affecting Their Performance

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Ali Garshasbi 1
Amir Kavussi 2
Parham Hayati 3
1 M.Sc., Student, Faculty of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
2 Professor, Faculty of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
3 Assistant Professor, Faculty of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
10.22034/road.2025.510344.2374
Abstract
Solar roads and using renewable energy as prominent innovations in transportation infrastructure have great potential to improve road performance and provide clean energy. This article has examined solar roads, their heat transfer mechanisms, and dimensional structure. Also, two main indicators affecting the performance of solar roads have been examined: 1- The environmental index includes the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the reduction of the urban heat island effect, the optimal use of existing infrastructure, the reduction of the use of chemicals for melting ice and snow, and environmental conditions. 2- The safety index examines the effects of smart lighting, accident prevention, hazard detection and warning, and monitoring capacities on solar roads. This article describes the importance of developing and implementing this technology in transportation infrastructure. It demonstrates that solar roads as an innovative solution can help achieve sustainable development goals and improve the quality of urban life.


Keywords
Solar Roads
Renewable Energy
Environment
Road Safety
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