FUTURE INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEMS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION RED LIGHTENFORCEMENT

CITY PARKING PAYMENT CONTROLMOBILE APPLICATION

AUTOMATIC VEHICLEACCES CONTROL

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION PAYMENTCONTROL MOBILE APPLICATION

SECTION SPEEDCONTROL ENFORCEMENT

VEHICLE DYNAMICWEIGHT-IN-MOTION

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CORE BUSINESS SYSTEMS

DATA LAYER

EXTERNAL SYSTEMS

STATE POLICE

VEHICLE INDENTIFICATIONOPERATOR

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATORS

AUTOMATIC VEHICLE ACCESS CONTROL

OPERATOR

VEHICLE DYNAMICWEIGHT-IN-MOTION

OPERATOR

TRAFFIC POLICERED LIGHT

ENFORCEMENT OPERATOR

CITY PARKINGCONTROL OPERATOR

PUBLIC TRANSPORTPAYMENT OPERATOR

CENTRALIZED CITY TRAFFIC MONITORING AND SPEED CAMERA

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CITY PARKING PAYMENT CONTROL

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT

PAYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM

ROAD TRAFFIC SAFETY

DIRECTORATE VEHICLE

REGISTER

VEHICLE CENTRAL DATABASE

DRIVER CENTRAL DATABASE

SEARCH ENGINE

DATABASEDATA

WAREHOUSE

POLICE SYSTEMS

PRUM DATA EXCHANGE

BOREDER GUARD

SYSTEMS

INVOICE PROCESSING SYSTEM

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

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DATA EXCHANGESYSTEM

USERS

FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

The FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION is a system designed for detection and identification of vehicles in motion performed on basis of their image from a video camera. The system detects and monitors vehicles passing through the measurement point. Equipped with cameras, the FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION allows for vehicle identification by recognition of the number plates. The central element of the system is an industrial computer which controls and supervises measurement process and enables direct transmission (in real time) of measurement data to the central management system or its direct distribution to predefined groups of recipients.

The system consist of - in the simplest configuration (one lane, one direction) - the following components:

• overview camera (optional) 1. monitoring events, aimed at the intersection,

• measurement camera 2. for vehicle identification by recognition of number plates; mounted on a pillar/gantry over the lane(s) of monitored traffic direction; on the basis of images sent by the camera the vehicle is identified,

• system controller with the Terminal software for system management; the controller is mounted in a telecommunication cabinet.

The central element of the system is the FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Terminal that locally manages the operation of both types of cameras.

Here is an example of the system’s logic diagram for detection and identifi cation of vehicles.

The function of the measurement camera is registering images of vehicles driving along traffi c lanes. The speed of data transmission from the camera is minimum 25 frames per second. Data from the camera (photographs of vehicles) is transmitted to the control unit, where the process of vehicle recognition is performed.

1. Detection and identifi cation of vehicles - Measurement camera monitors up to 2 traffi c lanes in motion by performing constant analysis of images provided by video cameras. Video stream supplied by the camera is converted into individual images. Each image receives a precise time stamp and is sent to the control unit.

2. Data documentation - The control unit is responsible for registration and analysis of measurement data as well as for their transmission to the central system. Generated measurement data is transmitted by secure (encoded) communication link to the central system. Form and way of data transmission is dependent on requirements of overriding systems responsible for data processing. It is possible to transmit each package (record) of data (registering the measurement) separately (PUSH) or as a summary sheet sent at time intervals defined by the central system (PULL – every 6 hours, daily, weekly).

3. Displaying data - FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Terminal - Process of detection, identification and classification of vehicles is carried out by FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Terminal. Terminal is accessed through the Internet. Each of Terminal Software tabs, displaying information, is automatically refreshed (AJAX technology) when a new event appears, e.g. after registering a new vehicle. Access to functions of Terminal, e.g. viewing vehicles and camera images, depends on the local ICT infrastructure as well as on the user’s requirements. Data may be transmitted by GSM (4G), optical fibers or by the Internet connection cables, e.g. DSL. The main function of Terminal is monitoring vehicles at designated measurement points.

All measurement data is sent to the central data repository, where it is archived and subjected to statistical analysis. Access to the central system is available through the Internet. The role of the central system is to manage all measurement stations and to archive and display data aggregated from the measurement stations.

Additional type of information is also provided on basis of measurement data; e.g. traffic volume, traffic structure; division into vehicle classes or into local, transit and international traffic. Among others, statements regarding frequency of offences are also available.

Main advantages of FITS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION:

• precise vehicle identification through registration plate recognition, type, make, model and colour of the vehicle,

• installation of additional equipment in the road surface is not required,

• full measurement control with video recording of all event,

• possibility of integration with other systems due to using standard communication protocols,

• operation and monitoring of equipment status in real time,

• using widely available high quality components enables fast and easy service,

• simple installation and service.

FITS RED LIGHT

FITS RED LIGHT is a stationary registering device that automatically reveals violations of traffic rules committed by drivers not complying with traffic lights. The system using artificial neural networks does not require any interference in the road surface or traffic light controller. FITS RED LIGHT is used to improve road safety at intersections with traffic lights. For each offense there is automatically created electronic ID, which includes:

• sequence of vehicle images (video recording)

• registration number of the vehicle (with the image of the plate)

• type, make , model and color of the vehicle

• the exact date, time, and the designation of the infringement.

Advantages of the system:

• easy installation - does not require integration with the controller signal

• precise identification of the vehicle through the use of ANPR/MMR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition/Make and Model Recognition) technology

• statistics of vehicles’ flow

• documentary evidence (films and images)

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Overview camera detects the signal light

Overview camera registers the entire event by monitoring the vehicle in the

frame (car tracking)

Measurement camera detects a vehicle on the stop and identifies it (ANPR, MMR)

FITS SECTION CONTROL

FITS SECTION CONTROL is a system for measuring the average speed of vehicles on the designated road section.

In contrast to the dominant point speed control (speed cameras), FITS SECTION CONTROL system requires drivers to move in accordance with the traffic regulations on the entire route. The system registers every vehicle passing through the measurement point. The identification material consists of an image with the timestamp and localization (UTC, GPS).

Advantages of the system:

• possible control of all vehicles passing through the measurement point

• exact identification of the vehicle by the license plate recognition and the make and model recognition

• safe, encrypted data transmission to preconfigured recipients

• elimination of the so-called kangaroo effect (sudden stop in front of the camera and a sharp acceleration after passing)

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Vehicle detection , complete identification with the Automatic Number Plate Recognition

(ANPR) and the Make and Model Recognition (MMR) in a given time at the point A

Time comparison of the A and B and verification of travel time, determination

of the average speed (V=s/t)

Vehicle detection and full identification (ANPR and MMR) in a given time at the point B, precise timestamping to 1ms

FITS WIM

FITS WIM (Vehicle dynamic weigh in motion) is a system for the detection and identification of oversized vehicles. The FITS WIM has had a direct impact on the protection of road infrastructure by registering overloaded and oversized vehicles.

System construction:

• scales sensors, induction loops

• overview camera, measurement camera

• laser scanner

• control unit (integration and transmission of data).

Advantages of the system:

• comprehensive identification of the vehicle:

• ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition)

• MMR (vehicle’s Make and Model Recognition)

• WIM (Weigh-in-Motion and preselection of overloaded vehicles - indication of the pressure distribution on the axles)

• recognition of dangerous goods plates (ADR)

• integration with Variable Message Boards (VMS)

• real-time recognition and signal transmission

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Weighing and classification of the vehicle by implementing quartz sensors

and induction loops

Vehicle detection, complete identification with the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and the Make and Model Recognition (MMR)

FITS ACCESS CONTROL

FITS ACCESS CONTROL is an automatic system which allows for the control and monitoring of vehicles in demarcated zones, on the basis of video-identification (ANPR, MMR).

Entry and exit control of the zones is based on the software using artificial neural networks. Due to the use of video-detection the system recognizes registration number, make and model of the vehicle. The technology of vehicle’s make and model recognition together with its classification is a unique solution in a video-detection systems market. The system guarantees full security of correct reading and data transmission.

Advantages of the system:

• fully automatic system

• verification of available parking spaces and time of presence in the zone

• real time entry/exit control

• make and model database verification excludes the use of stolen number plates

• easy management of authorized vehicles list, creating temporary guest lists

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Vehicle’s detection, full identification by Automatic Number Plate Recognition

(ANPR) and Make and Model Recognition (MMR)

Vehicle’s verification

FITS MONITOR

FITS MONITOR is a centralized city traffi c monitoring application and speed camera control system. It is applicable to two separate traffi c monitoring objectives: speed cameras and traffi c surveillance. The application is designed to process speed limit violations, store and analyze traffi c information for statistics, detect and report wanted vehicles, control the speed and video surveillance cameras.

Speed cameras:

When a speed limit violation is detected, the camera sends an image of the car to FITS monitoring system, where the picture data (time, vehicle information, place, and traffi c violation type) is processed and sent to storage. FITS monitoring system can automatically compose fi ne slips containing this information and send it to email address, if such functionality is required.

Traffi c surveillance:

FITS monitoring system also provides traffi c load and structure information storing and analysis. It may also assist the police in searching for a certain vehicle by sending out notifi cations when a wanted car is recognized from the watch lists.

FITS monitoring system allows, for example, to change the speed limit set or angle of the camera. In addition, the speed and video surveillance cameras are regularly contacted to ensure that they working properly. If a camera detects heat changes or physical impacts, the monitoring system receives automated notifi cation and sends out alarm messages to corresponding institutions to prevent violation to the cameras.

Advantages of the application:

• automatic vehicle identification using the obtained picture by:

• ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition)

• MMR (vehicle’s Make and Model Recognition)

• centralized data processing

• obtained information storage and analysis

• automatic alert system

• wanted list vehicle detection in real time

• automatic information exchange/cooperation with the police or other institutions necessary

• ability to remotely control the camera

FITS MONITOR is advisable solution for institutions such as traffic surveillance institutions, state and traffic police, General Directorate for National Roads and Motorways, and the Main Inspectorate of Road Transport.

FITS PARKING CONTROL

FITS PARKING CONTROL is an intelligent parking enforcement management system (IPEMS) – a unifi ed business solution for controlling the city parking payments.

System provides management of all parking events, effi cient task management for offi cers, high-res photos in close to real time and online data for planning and control.

FITS IPEMS is already being deployed by Riga city municipality and by August year 2014 statistics from Riga deployment shows 70000 high resolution photos, 13000 enforcement events, 10000 parking meter control events.

FITS IPEMS:

• Operational coop across municipal agencies and tasks

• Street level data for management and coordinated response

• Analytics for better planning

• Citizen engagement reporting and receiving feedback

• Smart cloud enabled solution supporting all prevalent platforms

FITS IPEMS provides unifi ed core business operational data sharing and management and both environment for municipal agencies and processes and citizen engagement platform.

Main benefi ts of FITS IPEMS:

• Increased citizen satisfaction from better engagement reporting street data and receiving feedback from municipality.

• More effi cient collaboration across municipal agencies and tasks - effi ciency gains in all sectors, from public safety to education.

• Open collaboration platform with businesses to build new products and business models and use data from this platform to stimulate growth.

FITS TICKET CONTROL

FITS TICKET CONTROL is a public transport payment control mobile application for tablets, with the centralized backend solution.

Main payment control benefits from using this application:

• The ticket control inspector can access a person’s payment violation history to see which payment rate applies to that particular person (smaller fine for first-time public transport ticket payment violation, larger fine for frequent riding without a ticket)

• The application allows to create a fine bill for using public transport without a ticket on spot and save it in the system in real time, thus the information is always updated

• The charged fine can be paid on spot using a credit card and cash, or bill can be saved in the system for later payment

FITS Ticket Control solution also provides data for statistics such as the number of public transport ticket payment violators during a specific period of time or on a specific route. It is useful when deciding where, when and how many inspectors to employ in order to catch the most of public transport ticket payment violators.

This application is valuable for any public transportation provider to ensure the most effective use of their resources (inspectors) and control overall public transport payment procedures.

FITS BENEFITS

• FULLY CUSTOMIZED AND READY-TO-DEPLOY

FITS solutions are ready to deploy products – the customer just needs to choose which solution or complex of solutions he wants and DPA will integrate the system in a shortened time. Any of the components of FITS can be customized to meet the exact needs of any customer.

• FULLY CONNECTED AND INFORMATION-RICH

Organizations and institutions that engage in transportation field, in particular, will find that the seamless, real-time information enabled by FITS solutions translates into greater economic productivity, administrative cost savings, and profits. They will gain system and operational efficiencies through real-time information and its administration. FITS solutions enable interoperable operations and real-time data sharing and exchange to facilitate automated screening, inspections, credentialing, and other processes. Further, for those organizations that provide information services in transportation field, FITS will deliver a more ubiquitous range of data sources for developing new applications and services.

• ADDRESSES SAFETY

FITS solutions are developed also to be used to smooth traffic flows and reduce accidents. Information provided through FITS can be used to direct traffic away from accidents and alert emergency services as soon as an incident occurs. FITS solutions process and share information that can prevent potential crashes and keep traffic safe and moving.

• MOBILITY AND PRODUCTIVITY

FITS also can be used for increasing of productivity by finding innovative ways to increase the capacity of our current infrastructure, reducing congestions and providing ways to increase the capacity of our current infrastructure.

• ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

FITS solutions can collect, process and share information that decrease the negative environmental impacts of the transportation sector on society thus delivering greater livability to communities and to people daily lives.

Sources used:

Neurosoft www.neurosoft.pl