Having successfully designed, tested, and implemented a network infrastructure for buses and trains, we now look at a...
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Automatic Passenger Counting: How to Prevent System Failures
The desire for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way of life is making public transportation...
The Perfect Network Design in Streetcars – A Guide for Beginners and Advanced Users
Public transport operators (PTOs) pursue the same goal: to obtain live data from the vehicles in order to offer...
Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet in Public Transport Networks?
Ethernet network technology lays the foundation for communication between modern IT applications - on-board networks in local public transport are no exception. Two technologies...
Network Infrastructure in Public Transport Vehicles: Operation
Having successfully designed, tested, and implemented a network infrastructure for buses and trains, we now look at a few typical cases that can arise during the operation of a...
Automatic Passenger Counting: How to Prevent System Failures
The desire for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way of life is making public transportation increasingly important. The more attractive buses and trains are, the...
The Perfect Network Design in Streetcars – A Guide for Beginners and Advanced Users
Public transport operators (PTOs) pursue the same goal: to obtain live data from the vehicles in order to offer passengers the best possible comfort, safety and real-time...
Mobility of the Future? Without Extra Pounds, Please!
So, your vehicles are new and modern, but the equipment on board is bulky?! When it comes to tomorrow's mobility, every ounce counts. So why load modern (e-)buses with bulky...
Network Infrastructure in Public Transport Vehicles: Rollout
After the successful field testing (Pilot) of a network concept, the systematic conversion of the entire vehicle fleet, also referred to as Rollout, follows. It is a critical...
The IP Network: The Basis for the Digitalized Public Transport Bus in 7 Steps
In order to optimize the dispatching and deployment of the fleet, live data from the vehicles is required, which flows into the control center. Consequently, digitalization...
Network Infrastructure in Public Transport Vehicles: Pilot Phase
The planned IP network comprising CCTV, passenger information system, passenger counting system, etc., with which the entire vehicle fleet is to be equipped, is working. At least...
Network Infrastructure in Public Transport Vehicles: Proof of Concept
Digitalization in buses and trains? Not without a network concept. Modern, IP-based network infrastructures are implemented using Ethernet switches and require thorough planning....
Have You Noticed? Your Passenger Information System is Down!
And suddenly the screen on the bus went black. However, only Ms. Smith, who was riding this line for the first time and had to rely on the stop display, noticed this. Thanks to...