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Jumat, 06 Mei 2016

[TCN] Friday, May 6, 2016

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AVIATION

1) FAA Proposes to Eliminate Hundreds of Remote-Communications-Outlet Frequencies

Link to AINonline article

http://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/aerospace/2016-05-05/faa-eliminate-hundreds-remote-com-outlets

2) Rochester, New York Airport Wrestles with Art vs. Business

Link to Democrat & Chronicle article

http://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/2016/05/05/rochester-airport-wrestles-art-vs-business/83984764/

3) Miami Airport First in US to Participate in Marketing Welcome to International Travelers

Link to Miami Herald article

http://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/tourism-cruises/article75923527.html

Link to news release

4) Real-Time Wait Times at Airport Processes Reduces Passenger Frustration

Link to International Airport Review commentary

http://www.internationalairportreview.com/23048/airport-extra/airport-real-time-wait-times/

BICYCLES / PEDESTRIANS

5) Solar-Powered LED 'Bricks' Improve Safety on Scottish Cycle Path

Link to Traffic Technology Today article

http://www.traffictechnologytoday.com/news.php?NewsID=79248

INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION

6) Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties in Florida Looking to Implement 'Smart Roads'

Link to WEAR-TV story

http://weartv.com/news/local/escambia-and-santa-rosa-looking-to-implement-smart-roads

7) Thinking Highways Interviews with ITS Experts from Canada

Link to interviews

http://thinkinghighways.com/bob-mcqueen-interviews-its-experts-from-canada/

8) Trump on Wheels: Larry Yermack Takes an Imaginary Look at President Trump's Transportation Technology Policies

Link to commentary

https://image-store.slidesharecdn.com/8498382d-4caf-41a8-8664-5622afcfe101-original.jpeg

9) USDOT Updates the Connected Vehicle Reference Implementation Architecture and the Systems Engineering Tool for Intelligent Transportation

Link to further information from USDOT's ITS Joint Program Office

http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1103439157490&ca=68c766bb-8690-4cd1-a2af-71e191c5327f

OTHER

10) New Jersey Troopers Arrest Woman for Remaining Silent During Traffic Stop

Link to NJ Advance Media article

http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/05/video_troopers_arrest_woman_for_remaining_silent_d.html

11) Intertraffic 2016 Smart City/ITS Roundtables

Link to Thinking Highways recordings

http://thinkinghighways.com/intertraffic-2016-roundtables/

RAILROADS

12) BNSF Rolls Out Truck Driver App to Usher in Fluidity at Intermodal Terminals

Link to Progressive Railroading article

http://www.progressiverailroading.com/bnsf_railway/article/BNSF-rolls-out-truck-driver-app-to-usher-in-fluidity-at-intermodal-terminals--48164

ROADWAYS

13) Two Coasts, Two Cities, Two Signs: The Story Behind the 'Ocean City, MD 3073' Sign

Link to Capital Public Radio story

http://www.capradio.org/articles/2016/05/06/two-coasts,-two-cities,-two-signs-the-story-behind-the-ocean-city-md-3073-sign/

TAXIS / RIDESHARING

14) Uber Facing Lawsuit, FCC Complaint Over Text Message Campaign in Texas

Link to Austin American-Statesman article

http://www.mystatesman.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/uber-facing-lawsuit-fcc-complaint-over-prop-1-text/nrHNf/

TRANSIT

15) Wichita Transit App to Help Visually Impaired

Link to KAKE-TV story

http://www.kake.com/home/headlines/Wichita-Transit-offers-new-vision-impaired-app-378357991.html

16) Documentary 'Off the Rails' Pursues Tale of a Man Obsessed by New York Transit

Link to Toronto Star article

https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/movies/2016/05/05/hot-docs-documentary-off-the-rails-pursues-tale-of-a-man-obsessed-by-new-york-transit.html

Link to further information

TRAVELER INFORMATION / TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

17) Boston Finds 'Success' by Participating in Waze's Connected Citizens Program

Link to WBZ Radio story

http://boston.cbslocal.com/2016/05/06/boston-finds-success-by-participating-in-wazes-connected-citizens-program/

News Releases

1) Transportation Marketing & Sales Association Announces 2016 Compass Awards Recipients

2) State DOT Executives to Share ITS Experiences, Prep and Planning at ITS America 2016

Friday Bonus

Road rage, bulldozer-style.

https://youtu.be/5FQ9b_iH-tA

Upcoming Events

I-95 Corridor Coalition Webcast: Traffic Management Channel Code Report Findings – May 11

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/879JK7Q

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Kamis, 05 Mei 2016

[TCN] Thursday, May 5, 2016

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TrafficCast, the industry leader in travel-times and traffic data analytics is looking for strong sales/business development account executives to help manage and grow our BlueTOAD system, currently used in 45 states. As the technology is experiencing tremendous growth, we need additional resources to meet demand and fully support our traffic engineering, ITS and planning partners. Past work with local and/or state agencies in either a consulting or manufacturing role is required, being an EIT or PE is a plus. Job openings are anticipated in the Midwest, South Central and Western US and will require 50% travel. TrafficCast offers competitive salaries and incentives, along with a rewarding environment. If you are highly motivated, energetic and are looking for a professional challenge that comes with great opportunity, please send your resume with letter of interest to Paul Misticawi @ pmisticawi@trafficcast.com

AVIATION

1) NASA, FAA Showoff Wireless Aircraft Communication Technology

Link to Network World article

http://www.networkworld.com/article/3065853/mobile-wireless/nasa-faa-showoff-wireless-aircraft-communication-technology.html

2) Police in Malaysia Warn Public Not to Utter 'Bomb' in Airports

Link to Bernama article

http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v8/newsindex.php?id=1242164

3) A Brief History of the Humble Airport Cellphone Lot

Link to CIO column

http://www.cio.com/article/3065843/mobile/a-brief-history-of-the-humble-airport-cell-phone-lot.html

BICYCLES / PEDESTRIANS

4) Edmonton Working on New Wayfinding System for Pedestrians

Link to Edmonton Metro article

http://www.metronews.ca/news/edmonton/2016/05/05/edmonton-working-on-new-wayfind-system-.html

INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION

5) Automakers, State DOTs Urge White House to Reject Plan for Open Spectrum

Link to Reuters article

http://fortune.com/2016/05/05/automakers-open-spectrum/

Link to letter

PUBLIC INFORMATION / EDUCATION

6) Oakland, California Cops Sorry for 'Insensitive' Cinco de Mayo News Release

Link to San Francisco Chronicle article

http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Oakland-cops-sorry-for-insensitive-Cinco-de-7390784.php

Link to Oakland PD apology

SAFETY / SECURITY

7) Rhode Island DOT: Wrong-Way Driving Detection System Effective in Stopping Crashes

Link to WPRI-TV story

http://wpri.com/2016/05/05/ridot-states-wrong-way-driving-detection-system-effective-in-stopping-crashes/

Link to news release

TAXIS / RIDESHARING

8) GM, Lyft to Test Driverless Bolt Taxis on Public Roads

Link to Wall Street Journal article

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/gm-lyft-to-test-driverless-bolt-taxis-on-public-roads-2016-05-05

TRANSIT

9) New Version of TriMet Tickets App Includes Lyft, Car2Go Tie-In

Link to Oregonian article

http://www.oregonlive.com/commuting/index.ssf/2016/05/new_version_of_trimet_tickets.html

Link to news release

VEHICLES

10) Ford Invests $182.2 Million in Software Company Pivotal

Link to Reuters article

http://www.reuters.com/article/us-ford-motor-pivotal-software-idUSKCN0XW11G

Link to news release

11) Next Driverless Car Battle: Who Will Control the Data?

Link to TheStreet article

http://www.thestreet.com/story/13559868/1/next-driverless-car-battle-who-will-control-the-data.html

News Releases

1) Delta to Expand Next Generation of In-Flight Wi-Fi to More Than 600 Aircraft

2) UC Berkeley, City of San Francisco Team Up for Smart City Challenge

3) Oregon DOT Updating Curve 'Advisory Speed' Signs Around the State

4) Swinburne University of Technology Researchers Develop Model to Significantly Reduce Traffic Congestion

5) Mobileye Names Daniel Galves New Chief Communications Officer

Upcoming Events

Discrete Choice Analysis Course - June 6-10 – Cambridge, Massachusetts

http://professional.mit.edu/programs/short-programs/discrete-choice-analysis

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Rabu, 04 Mei 2016

[TCN] Wednesday, May 4, 2016

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Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Code Webcast - May 11, 2016 – hosted by the I-95 Corridor Coalition

The I-95 Corridor Coalition invites you to participate in a webcast to learn more about the use of Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Codes for Traffic and Roadway Network Data. This webcast is being held on May 11, 2016 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm (EDT). This webcast will focus on the impact and use of TMC codes. Topics to be discussed include:

· Documentation of the source, governance and intellectual property issues related to long-term use of the TMC Codes by government agencies,

· Exploration of the sustainability of the TMC codes for a variety of traffic data reporting, including use on arterials, ramps and other facilities; and

· Recommended best practices and future direction including exploring alternative segmentation methods and possible representation in the TMC Standard process.

To register for this webcast, clicking on the following link – Registration for the TMC Code Webcast by May 9, 2016.

AVIATION

1) Bob Hope Airport Will Be Branded 'Hollywood Burbank Airport'

Link to Los Angeles Times article

http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-bob-hope-airport-hollywood-20160503-story.html

Link to news release

2) Behind the Scenes at Sea-Tac Airport Tower

Link to KING-TV story

http://www.king5.com/travel/behind-the-scenes-at-sea-tacs-airport-tower/166633567

3) Airport 3.0: How Smart Technologies Are Transforming Air Travel

Link to CityMetric blog

http://www.citymetric.com/transport/airport-30-how-smart-technologies-are-transforming-air-travel-2008

4) Airports and Airlines Using Beacon Tech to Send Location-Based Messages to Travelers

Link to Insights blog

https://insights.samsung.com/2016/05/03/airports-and-airlines-using-beacon-tech-to-send-location-based-messages-to-travelers/

ELECTRONIC TOLLING

5) Kentucky Meets Deadline, Gets E-ZPass Membership for Ohio River Bridges Project

Link to WDRB-TV story

http://www.wdrb.com/story/31889964/kentucky-meets-deadline-gets-e-zpass-membership-for-ohio-river-bridges-project

OTHER

6) Texas A&M Transportation Technology Conference Closes with Eyes on the Future

Link to Eagle article

http://www.theeagle.com/news/a_m/a-m-transportation-technology-conference-closes-with-eyes-on-the/article_3552fb86-11b6-11e6-946a-63cf2b2ddbc4.html

PUBLIC INFORMATION / EDUCATION

7) 'Barrel Monsters' Promote Highway Safety in Texas

Link to KXAS-TV story

http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/2016-Barrel-Monsters-378080771.html

ROADWAYS

8) UK Department for Transport Publishes Advice on New Traffic Sign Regulations

Link to TransportXtra article

https://www.transportxtra.com/publications/local-transport-today/news/48900/dft-publishes-advice-on-new-traffic-signs-regulations

TRANSIT

9) No Wi-Fi on Metro-North, and Here's Why

Link to commentary in The Hour

http://www.thehour.com/opinion/commentary/no-wi-fi-on-metro-north-and-here-s-why/article_e0e54c16-f468-5095-8f16-bf4c765b3427.html

TRAVELER INFORMATION / TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

10) Real-Time Data Helps Manage Traffic in Philippines

Link to ComputerWeekly article

http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450295530/Real-time-data-helps-manage-traffic-in-Philippines

VEHICLES

11) USDOT Announces Request for Proposals for the Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment and Program Evaluation

Link to further information

http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1103439157490&ca=e33a336c-ac2f-4f55-a777-c6927d81c604

News Releases

1) Bosch Brings eMobility Minds Together at the 2016 Creative Transportation Forum

2) Visix Wins Hermes Awards for College Wayfinding Interactive Signage Designs

3) Missouri Highway Patrol Announces New Safety Video 'Don't Violate the Trust'

4) The Source Newsletter from Information Station Specialists

5) Wisconsin DOT Welcomes Diana Maas as Northwest Region Communications Manager

Upcoming Events

Webinar: Social Media and Public Works-Lessons Learned from Real World Applications – May 19

http://www.apwa.net/Events/items/9546/Social-Media-And-Public-Works-Lessons-Learned-From-Real-World-Applications

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Selasa, 03 Mei 2016

[TCN] Tuesday, May 3, 2016

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INRIX Webinar Tomorrow - Last Chance to Register!

Smart Parking Solutions Offering Significant Benefits to Cities

Wednesday, May 4^th

10:30am PDT, 1:30pm EDT

In this webinar, learn how INRIX can help guide municipalities along a path to becoming a Smart City for Parking. Here are some of the questions that the expert presenters will address:
• What are some of the common challenges for cities with regards to parking?
• What are the core capabilities that determine how effective a city is in managing its parking assets?
• How can INRIX help cities with parking?

Reserve your seat today!

AVIATION

1) Plane Tracking System at Sydney Airport Failing Regularly

Link to story on Australian Broadcasting Corporation's PM

http://www.abc.net.au/pm/content/2016/s4454278.htm

2) South Africa Signs 'Game-Changing' Aviation Surveillance Agreement

Link to Traveller24 article

http://traveller24.news24.com/News/Flights/sa-signs-game-changing-aviation-surveillance-agreement-20160503

BICYCLES / PEDESTRIANS

3) See How GPS Tracking Device Helps Stop Bike Thieves in Their Tracks

Link to Inside Edition story

http://www.insideedition.com/headlines/16174-see-how-gps-tracking-device-helps-stop-bike-thieves-in-their-tracks

FREIGHT

4) How UPS's Route Optimization System Saves Fuel and Cuts Emissions

Link to GreenBiz article

https://www.greenbiz.com/article/how-ups-navigates-logistics-clean-tech-valley-death

5) Uber for Trucks: A Mobile Freight Revolution?

Link to Fleet Owner article

http://fleetowner.com/technology/uber-trucks-mobile-freight-revolution

GPS / NAVIGATION

6) Death by GPS: Why Do We Follow Digital Maps into Dodgy Places?

Link to Ars Technica article

http://arstechnica.com/cars/2016/05/death-by-gps/

MARITIME

7) US House Bill Would Require DHS to Report Cyberattack Threats to Congress

Link to The Hill article

http://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/278372-house-intel-bill-would-mandate-dhs-report-on-port-cybersecurity

OTHER

8) Moovit's Transit App Combines Uber with Public Transport to Find the Best Route in 131 Cities

Link to VentureBeat article

http://venturebeat.com/2016/05/03/moovits-transit-app-combines-uber-with-public-transport-to-find-the-best-route-in-131-cities/

PUBLIC INFORMATION / EDUCATION

9) New Rhode Island DOT Signs at Project Sites Will Track Progress for Taxpayers

Link to WPRI-TV story

http://wpri.com/2016/05/02/new-ridot-signs-at-project-sites-will-track-progress-for-taxpayers/

Link to news release

SAFETY / SECURITY

10) Tracking, Alert Buttons, CCTV to Be Required on Indian Public Transport Vehicles

Link to Times of India article

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/GPS-to-be-made-must-in-public-transport-vehicles/articleshow/52084930.cms

TELEMATICS

11) BMW Introduces SOS Call System for Motorcyclists

Link to The Verge article

http://www.theverge.com/2016/5/3/11575974/bmw-motorcycle-onstar-emergency-call-system

Link to news release

12) Life as the OnStar Voice: Arranging Tow Trucks and Delivering Babies

Link to article in The Atlantic

http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2016/04/onstar/480471/

Link to interview on Bobby Likis Car Clinic

TRAFFIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

13) Traffic Police Nepal App Launched

Link to Republica article

http://www.myrepublica.com/society/story/41587/traffic-police-nepal-app-launched.html

Link to news release (in Nepali)

TRANSIT

14) South Florida Regional Transportation Authority Launches Tri-Rail Train-Tracking App

Link to Railway Age article

http://www.railwayage.com/index.php/passenger/commuter-regional/track-tri-rail-trains-with-new-sfrta-app.html

Link to additional information

TRAVELER INFORMATION / TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

15) Massachusetts DOT Launches First of Statewide Network of Signs with Real-Time Traffic Information

Link to Boston Globe article

https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/05/02/massdot-launches-real-time-traffic-signs-taunton-area-highway/w9kXU0IV5kKd6E8m26jd1L/story.html

VEHICLES

16) This is What the Streets of London Look Like to a Driverless Car

Link to ZDNet article

http://www.zdnet.com/pictures/this-is-what-the-streets-of-london-look-like-to-a-driverless-car/

17) Google Inks Driverless Car Pact with Fiat Chrysler

Link to Investor's Business Daily article

http://www.investors.com/news/technology/google-seen-closer-to-driverless-car-pact-with-fiat-chrysler/

News Releases

1) Michigan's Wayne County Airport Authority Names Brian Lassaline as New Director of Public Affairs

2) MBTA, MIT App Allows Riders to Rate Silver Line

3) Kewill Announces Acquisition of LeanLogistics

Solicitation

- Entries Sought – 2017 Traffic Control Device Challenge – ATSSA, TRB

http://d2dtl5nnlpfr0r.cloudfront.net/tti.tamu.edu/documents/proposals/2017-TCDC.pdf

Upcoming Events

ALK Transportation Technology Summit – May 23-24 – Philadelphia

http://www.alktechsummit.com/

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Senin, 02 Mei 2016

[TCN] Monday, May 2, 2016

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Eberle Design Inc.'s Model 242L DC Isolator Exceeds Caltrans Requirements

For over 36 years Eberle Design Inc. (EDI), has provided technicians and engineers with reliable, high quality mission critical component products that improve the performance and lifecycle of traffic control systems. The Model 242L DC Isolator meets and exceeds all requirements of Caltrans QPL, TSCES January 1989 and Caltrans QPL, TEES March 2009 plus Errata #2 (December 2014). The Model 242L is powered by the cabinet 24VDC and is backward compatible with the Model 242. Jumpers for 100 millisecond minimum pulse output and input polarity are provided. To learn more about EDI's Model 242L DC Isolator, contact EDI Sales Director Jon Muilenberg at jmuilenberg@editraffic.com.

CAMERAS

1) I-75 in Florida Getting Cameras for 511 Traveler Information System

Link to GateHouse Media Services article

http://www.theledger.com/article/20160502/NEWS/160509947?Title=Interstate-75-getting-cameras-for-511-Traveler-Information-System

GPS / NAVIGATION

2) South Korea Revives GPS Backup Project After Blaming North for Jamming

Link to Reuters article

http://www.reuters.com/article/us-shipping-southkorea-navigation-idUSKCN0XT01T

INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION

3) New South Wales to Trial Traffic Light Communication for Trucks

Link to CarAdvice article

http://www.caradvice.com.au/439257/nsw-to-trial-traffic-light-communication-for-trucks/