Smart road as a complex system of electric power generation

In the framework of the article road paving panels for “Smart Roads” system have been developed and calculated with an analyzed amount of generated and consumed electric energy. Modern road is currently to be taken as a separate part of construction as well as a bright and integral part of entire architectural ensemble of the surrounding area. One of the main requirements for modern roads is that they have to be fully self-maintained and operate as alternative and decentralized energy sources as well. The paper presents a design of the road paving panel for “Smart Roads” system and reveals the principle of its function. The amount of electricity generated per unit of road surface has been calculated. It is shown that for their own needs road paving panel will consume up to 71.25% of the total energy generated.