GeoResources Institute Spatial Technologies for Freight Transportation Efficiency, Planning, and Safety Chuck O’Hara, Ph.D. Associate Research Professor

GeoResources Institute Spatial Technologies Integration with ITS, Telematics, and DSRC Transponder services, location-based services, congestion reporting, lane closure reporting, and other critical static and real-time spatial data and information resources are becoming available to the trucker and freight operator. Improved route planning, vehicle location data, reduced or eliminating delays at weight stations, improved information about rest areas, and many other information services will be available. How will these technologies, devices, and services be integrated with business practices, operations, and activities in the freight transportation industry?

GeoResources Institute Existing and Emerging Technologies Information about traffic conditions, weather conditions, land closures, accidents, and other location specific information may be made available to devices and/or enhanced navigation systems through local services enabled by DSRC. Current information services include: o Metropolitan Traffic Management Systems – Under the Intelligent Transportation Initiative, metropolitan areas are planning and deploying freeway management systems, incident management programs, electronic toll collection systems, and related services. o Traffic Surveillance Technologies – Sensor systems such as loop detectors, infrared sensors, acoustic sensors, radar and microwave sensors, and CCTV collect information about the status of the traffic stream. o Advanced Traveler Information Systems – Advanced traveler information is increasingly associated with “telematics,” two-way communication devices that can connect a traveler to virtually any number of information sources.

GeoResources Institute Advanced Traveler Information Traveler information breaks down into two categories: static information, which is known in advance and changes infrequently, and real-time information, which changes frequently. Relevant static information includes: o Planned construction and maintenance o Tolls and payment options o Intermodal connections o Commercial vehicle regulations o Listings of roadside services and attractions o Maps and navigational instructions o Historical travel times

GeoResources Institute ATI & Real-Time Data Real-time information is what travelers want and need. The technical challenges involve effective information delivery and integration via telephone, web, or [navigation] device interfaces. Some examples of real-time information include: o Roadway conditions, congestion and incident information o Alternate routes and the degree of congestion o Status of scheduled services o Travel time to a destination, which can also vary depending on the time of day and congestion

GeoResources Institute Integrating ITS and CVO Commercial Vehicles Operations (CVO) refers to the cooperative effort between the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), States, motor carriers, and other transportation stakeholders. These groups collaborate to develop, test, and deploy technologies that aim to enhance the safety and efficiency of commercial trucking operations. ITS/CVO technologies include: Safety Information Exchange Electronic Clearance Automatic Vehicle Location Electronic Credentialing Hazardous Material Incident Response International Border Electronic Clearance Administrative Processes Onboard Safety Monitoring

GeoResources Institute Oregon’s Green Light System WOODBURN NB WEIGH STATION The Green Light weigh station precleared its three-millionth truck at 7:24 a.m. on May 12 when a Sysco Food Services of Portland truck was issued a green light to keep on truckin' past the Woodburn weigh station on northbound Interstate 5. LANSING, MICHIGAN - AUGUST 23, The American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) announced that the Oregon Green Light Program is winner of the top award in its 2002 Team Excellence Program.

GeoResources Institute DSRC, ITS, and Telematics: Application Needs and Opportunities Dedicated Short Range Communication will facilitate applications such as ETC (electronic toll collection), ATIS (advanced traveler information systems), electronic clearance, and other location based services. Via DSRC, it will become increasingly possible to engage in wireless payments for various interactions and transferring needed information. DSRC is ideal for moving large static and real-time data such as maps, music, video, and traveler information. DSRC is expected to be the broadband wireless network that forms the backbone of Intelligent Transportation Systems. Potential Thrust: Develop research in telematics and DSRC subsystems as components of emerging Intelligent Transportation Systems. Focus R&D on spatial information technologies, location based services, and interoperable real-time data integration technologies that build upon DSRC and ITS.