Evaluation of Automatic Vehicle Location Systems in Public Transit

Turnbull, Katherine F.

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Evaluation of Automatic Vehicle Location Systems in Public Transit

1993-10-01
By Turnbull, Katherine F.

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Creators:

Turnbull, Katherine F.
Corporate Creators:

Texas A&M University. Texas Transportation Institute
Corporate Contributors:

Texas Department of Transportation. Research and Technology Implementation Office
Subject/TRT Terms:

Automatic Vehicle Location Energy Conservation Public Transit Technological Innovations
Publication/ Report Number:

TX/SWUTC-93/3006-IF
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

United States ; Texas
Edition:

August 1992-August 1993
Corporate Publisher:

Texas. Department of Transportation
Abstract:

The application of automatic vehicle location (AVL) systems is becoming more widespread in the transit industry in North America. Many public transportation agencies in Texas are currently operating and implementing AVL systems and more are in the planning stage. Automatic vehicle location systems, which allow transit operators to monitor the current status and location of transit vehicles, appear to offer a number of benefits. AVL systems provide a wealth of information that can be used to improve the energy efficiency of transit vehicles, enhance customer information, and improve route and schedule planning. Further, AVL systems may assist in gathering real-time traffic and travel information in congested corridors. In addition to reducing fuel consumption by improving the efficiency of transit systems, the other applications of the information generated by AVL systems may encourage more people to use transit rather than driving alone. Thus, AVL systems have the potential for significant energy savings through reduction in the use of single-occupant vehicles.
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PDF
Funding:

502XXF3006
Collection(s):

US Transportation Collection
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