Interface: CTS Fixed-Route Dispatch Center - CTS Fixed-Route Vehicles

CTS Fixed-Route Dispatch Center to CTS Fixed-Route Vehicles Interface Diagram

Information Flow Definitions

alarm acknowledge  (Existing)  

Confirmation that alarm was received, instructions and additional information for the alarm initiator, and requests for additional information.

alarm notification  (Existing)  

Notification of activation of an audible or silent alarm by a traveler in a public area or by a transit vehicle operator using an on–board device.

fare collection data  (Existing)  

Fare collection information including the summary of fare system data and financial payment transaction data.

fare management information  (Existing)  

Transit fare information and transaction data used to manage transit fare processing.

secure area surveillance control  (Existing)  

Information used to configure and control audio and video surveillance systems used for transportation infrastructure security in secure areas. The provided information controls surveillance data collection, aggregation, filtering, and other local processing.

secure area surveillance data  (Existing)  

Data collected from surveillance systems used to monitor secure areas. Includes video, audio, processed surveillance data, equipment operational status, and alarm indicators when a threat has been detected.

transit schedule information  (Existing)  

Current and projected transit schedule information used to initialize the transit vehicle with a vehicle assignment, monitor schedule performance, and develop corrective actions on–board.

transit traveler information  (Existing)  

Transit information prepared to support transit users and other travelers. It contains transit schedules, real–time arrival information, fare schedules, alerts and advisories, and general transit service information.

transit traveler request  (Existing)  

Request by a Transit traveler to summon assistance, request transit information, or request any other transit services.

transit vehicle conditions  (Planned)  

Operating conditions of transit vehicle (e.g., engine running, oil pressure, fuel level and usage).

transit vehicle emissions  (Planned)  

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and criteria air pollutant emissions reported by a transit vehicle.

transit vehicle loading data  (Planned)  

Data collected on board the transit vehicle relating to passenger boarding and alighting.

transit vehicle location data  (Existing)  

Current transit vehicle location and related operational conditions data provided by a transit vehicle.

transit vehicle operator information  (Existing)  

Transit service instructions, wide area alerts, traffic information, road conditions, and other information for both transit and paratransit operators.

transit vehicle schedule performance  (Existing)  

Estimated times of arrival and anticipated schedule deviations reported by a transit vehicle.