Interface: PARTA Paratransit Dispatch - PARTA Paratransit Vehicles

PARTA Paratransit Dispatch to PARTA Paratransit Vehicles Interface Diagram

Information Flow Definitions

alarm acknowledge  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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

alarm notification  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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.

authorization request  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

Request to determine if a transportation user is authorized to use a particular transportation resource.

authorization response  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

Notification of status of authorization request.

connection protection instructions  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

A request to hold at a specific stop for a specified time period to protect connections. This flow would also include subsequent adjustments to, or cancellation of, a hold request.

demand response passenger and use data  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

Data collected on board a demand response vehicle relating to the picking up and discharging of passengers.

fare collection data  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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

fare management information  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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

secure area surveillance control  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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.

transfer request  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

A traveler request for a transfer between transit routes, services, or modes. The request may also include preferences such as a need for extra connection time or connection protection in the event of a delay.

transfer status  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

Information indicating whether a requested transfer can be confirmed including specific information about the connection including fare payment information. Real–time updates are provided if the transfer status changes up to and including a reminder just prior to the transfer. In the event that a requested transfer is not feasible, alternatives including other transit, rideshare, and taxi options are provided.

transit schedule information  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

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 stop locations  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

The current geographic location and dimensions of transit stops. This flow may also include the road geometry in the vicinity of the stops as needed to support transit vehicle safety applications when arriving at or departing from stops.

transit traveler information  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

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

transit user information  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

Information about individual transit users boarding a transit vehicle, used to track a user's progress on a scheduled transit trip.

transit vehicle conditions  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

Operating conditions of transit vehicle (e.g., engine running, oil pressure, fuel level and usage). It includes status of other on–board systems including user displays, passenger counters, and security systems. This overall status information is also collected from unused (out of service) vehicles.

transit vehicle loading data  (Future)  Selected Comm Solution

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

transit vehicle location data  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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

transit vehicle operator information  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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

transit vehicle schedule performance  (Existing)  Selected Comm Solution

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