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The Connection Vehicles Equipment Packages

Architecture Geographic Scope

 

The following equipment packages are associated with the "The Connection 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 Maintenance

On-board systems to collect and process transit vehicle maintenance data including mileage and vehicle operating conditions for use in scheduling future vehicle maintenance.

 

On-board Paratransit Operations

On-board systems to manage paratransit and flexible-route dispatch requests, including multi-stop runs. Inputs based on the transit vehicle’s type and passenger capacity.

 

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 Trip Monitoring

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

 

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