BTD Fixed Route Transit Vehicles Equipment Packages

 

The following equipment packages are associated with the "BTD Fixed Route Transit Vehicles" element.   Select the "Details" icon to see the detailed requirements associated with each equipment package, or consult the National ITS Architecture web site for more information.

 

On-board Fixed Route Schedule Management

Collecting of data for schedule generation and adjustment on-board a transit vehicle. Supports communication between the vehicle, operator, and center.

 

On-board Transit Fare and Load Management

On-board systems provide variable and flexible fare collection using a travelers fare medium (stored value cards or other payment instrument). Collect data required to determine accurate ridership levels and fare statistics.

 

On-board Transit Security

On-board video/audio surveillance systems, threat sensors, and object detection sensors to enhance security and safety on-board a transit vehicles. Also includes silent alarms activated by transit user or vehicle operator, operator authentication, and remote vehicle disabling.

 

On-board Transit Signal Priority

On-board systems to provides request signal priority through short range communication directly with traffic control equipment at the roadside (intersections, crossings, ramp meters, etc.).

 

On-board Transit Trip Monitoring

Support fleet management with automatic vehicle location (AVL) and automated mileage and fuel reporting and auditing.

 

Vehicle Location Determination

Determines current location of the vehicle using GPS or similar location referencing and provides this information to other in-vehicle functions.

 

Vehicle Probe Support

On-board systems that identify location, measure traffic conditions such as link travel time and speed and transmit data to a center or roadside beacons.