Autotalks shows V2X chipset
The company’s integrated V2X chipset is designed for vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication applications for vehicle safety and mobility.
Alpha Technologies displays PowerAgent system
Alpha Technologies, a leading supplier of power solutions for ITS and traffic applications, is here at the ITS World Congress Detroit to introduce the PowerAgent Remote Battery Management System to provide real-time measurement and control of batteries at ITS sites.
TSS shows Aimsun Online real-time traffic management system
TSS-Transport Simulation Systems is showcasing its Aimsun Online real-time decision support system for traffic management. One of the most high-profile traffic management projects to use Aimsun Online as its prediction engine is the award-winning Interstate 15 Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) project led by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG). At the core of the project is the configuration and implementation of a Decision Support System (DSS) using Aimsun Online.
Image Sensing Systems shows Autoscope RTMS with HD IP camera
Today, here at the ITS World Congress, Image Sensing Systems, the industry-leading developer of ITS above-ground detection technology, has announced the addition of the next generation Autoscope RTMS Sx-300 with IP camera to its traffic management product line.
Siemens adds to portfolio of ITS technologies
This morning Siemens is using the ITS World Congress for the launch of three important new additions to its portfolio of intelligent traffic systems that will power our cities today and in the future.
ITS Japan discusses World Congress legacies
It is often overlooked that the end of an ITS World Congress can be a dynamic beginning and the legacy can be far-reaching. Hajime Amano, President and CEO of ITS Japan explains how each time the country has hosted an ITS World Congress it has brought about major new national initiatives
Australia displays top technology at the 21st ITS World Congress
The ITS Australia pavilion here in is displaying pioneering technologies produced by Australian companies that are leading their fields on the global market. The exhibitors participating in the national pavilion are part of an Australian delegation of more than 150 professionals that have arrived to attend the 21st ITS World Congress.
PLATO’s plan for cutting delays from Heusch Boesefeldt
Heusch Boesefeldt is showing its new Program for Local Adaptive Timing Optimization (PLATO), designed to reduce delays at intersections.
Sensys Networks enhances wireless networks anti-vandalism features
Sensys Networks has released new software features to shield customer’s wireless traffic detection systems from attach by vandals and notify them when attempts of unauthorised access are made.
These enhancements are available now for existing installations and will be deployed wirelessly using the normal software update process. There is no cost for the software enhancements, nor is new hardware required. These enhancements are optional, and will be included in all new hardware and software produced by S
Indra to implement high speed rail traffic management system
State Turkish Rail (TCDD) has awarded Indra a US$55 million contract to implement a planning system for its entire rail network, together with a high-speed train management system.
Indra will set up a new control centre in Ankara, equipped with cutting-edge technology, which will carry out operational planning for the country's 12,000 kilometre rail network, both conventional lines and high-speed tracks.
In addition, Indra’s DaVinci rail traffic management system will support comprehensive high-speed
Xerox a founding partner in connected vehicle initiative
Xerox joins a select group of companies, including Econolite, Iteris, Delphi, Denso, Bosch, Honda, Nissan, Toyota and General Motors, which will be the founding partners in the University of Michigan’s Mobility Transformation Center (MTC).
Spanning such sectors as auto manufacturing, suppliers, ITS, insurance, telecommunications, data management, and mobility services, the MTC’s Leadership Circle will join with government and academic partners to lay the foundations for a commercially viable system of co
ITS Australia – keen World Congress participant
An Australian delegation of more than 150 professionals will participate in the 21st Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress in Detroit.
Addressing the Congress theme Reinventing Transportation in our Connected World, 30 members of the Australian contingent will make presentations during the conference. In addition, ITS Australia is hosting a national pavilion on Congress Exhibition stand 1728 to showcase the technologies of five major Australian intelligent transport systems organisations that sup
Image Sensing Systems partners with NuPark
Image Sensing Systems (ISS) has announced an integration and partnership agreement with licence plate recognition (LPR) and parking solutions provider, which will leverage ISS’ licence plate recognition technology and NuPark’s customer focused LPR parking technology platform.
The companies claim the combination of NuPark’s robust modern platform and ISS’ state of the art recognition engine and cameras will provide parking professionals with an innovative system that creates operational efficiency, improv
New Volvo challenges connected car thinking
In America, the introduction of the Wi-Fi Innovation Act has sees the debate over the future of the 5.9GHz band and the potential to open it up to non-licenced users, enter a new phase. Amid the claim and counter-claim of the opposing camps, the launch of Volvo’s new XC90 is easily overlooked and while a connection between the two is not immediately apparent, the new all-wheel drive SUV could be a game-changer.
Rapid growth makes Texas an incubator for tolling innovation
As the IBTTA’s annual meeting and exhibition heads for Austin, Mitchell Beer, president of Smarter Shift, considers the role of Texas in the development of tolling strategies and technology. The State of Texas has always prided itself on being ‘larger than life’. From the sprawling geography of the state itself with its wide open skies, to its entrepreneurial ‘get-it-done’ attitude, Texas exudes an impatient restlessness that pushes businesses and public agencies to deliver faster, better results. More ofte
Michigan to lead way on V2V and V2I system
The world’s largest vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) system will be put in place in Michigan by 2017.
Daktronics drives adoption of colour DMS in US
Daktronics is driving the adoption of full colour dynamic message signs (DMS) in the US. The company recommends colour signage, because drivers recognise colour graphics more quickly than text-only monochrome signs. The ultimate result is safer and more efficient roadways.
Q-Free focuses on all aspects on road operations
As visitors to the Q-Free booth at the ITS World Congress Detroit will see, the company has transformed its portfolio, shifting from a predominant focus on tolling to cover all aspects of road operations – financing, condition monitoring, real-time management and emerging cooperative ITS applications.
Applus IDIADA collision avoidance
Spanish company Applus IDIADA is showing the technology behind its Project VRAIN (Vehicular Risk Awareness Intelligent Network), which aims to improve safety for its clients in the automotive industry.
MG Squared expands its global footprint
MG Squared debuted the first lowering device designed for surveillance cameras at the ITS World Congress back in 1996. Fast forward to this ITS World Congress 2014 and the company has substantially increased its global footprint. With tens of thousands of its innovative lowering devices installed worldwide, MG Squared’s Martin Maners is convinced they are still at the tip of the proverbial iceberg. Maners notes, “reports indicate the US$20 billion global surveillance market will grow at a CAGR of around 1