Abstract

The increasing frequency of extreme weather events, urbanization, and rapid infrastructure development have highlighted the vulnerability of transportation systems in emerging economies and coastal regions. As these areas face unique challenges due to climate change, economic constraints, and limited infrastructure investment, ensuring the resilience of transportation infrastructure has become a critical priority. Advances in cyber-physical systems (CPS) provide innovative solutions for enhancing the resilience of transportation networks by integrating physical infrastructure with advanced information and communication technologies (ICT). This integration facilitates real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and adaptive response mechanisms, which are crucial for mitigating the impacts of disruptions such as natural disasters, aging infrastructure, and growing demand. The development and implementation of CPS-based strategies in emerging and coastal economies require a comprehensive approach, incorporating data-driven decision-making, risk management, and multi-disciplinary collaboration. Despite progress, challenges remain in terms of cost, scalability, and the need for localized solutions. This paper explores the latest advancements in cyber-physical resilience for transportation infrastructure, emphasizing case studies from emerging and coastal regions, and discusses the policy, technological, and social implications of these developments.