Research Project 9 Exploring Options for Using Technology
















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Research Project #9 Exploring Options for Using Technology in Data Collection
Using Technology in Data Collection Objectives l Improve timeliness l Improve accuracy l Improve usefulness l Improve cost-effectiveness l Establish or increase utilization of technology across transportation modes
Using Technology in Data Collection Project Plan l Review Existing Technologies l Identify New Technologies l Apply Technologies to Needs l Develop Pilot/Demo Project Descriptions
Using Technology in Data Collection Background l l l l FAA - 7 current technology projects FRA - 6 current technology projects MARAD/USCG - 13 current technology projects NHTSA - 5 current technology projects FMCSA - 8 current technology projects FHWA - 7 current technology projects RSPA - 7 current technology projects FTA - 8 current technology projects
Using Technology in Data Collection Overall Method l Technology Transfer Opportunities l Identify “New” Technologies l Map Technologies to Needs
Using Technology in Data Collection Prioritization Attributes l Cost-effectiveness l Accessibility l Feasibility l Strategic Importance l Likely Impact Adaptability l Anticipated Cost l l Cross-Functional Application l Industry Buy-in Maintainability l Potential for Expansion l
Using Technology in Data Collection Eight Technologies l Smart Cards l Performance Monitoring l Hands-Free Operation l Vehicle Usage Monitoring l Imaging l Voice Activation l Automated Control l Pattern Recognition
Using Technology in Data Collection Smart Cards l Licensing l Highway Applications Data l CDL l Security l Qualifications l Certifications
Using Technology in Data Collection Performance Monitoring l Driver Control l Commercial Vehicles l Shipping l Traffic Control l Security Personnel
Using Technology in Data Collection Hands-Free Operation l Law Enforcement l CMV Inspection l Pipeline l Bridge Inspection & Tunnel Inspection l Highway l Ship Data Inspection
Using Technology in Data Collection Vehicle Usage Monitoring l Driver Control l Commercial Vehicle
Using Technology in Data Collection Imaging l Traffic Monitoring l Pipeline l 3 -D Incidents X-ray l Millimeter Wave
Using Technology in Data Collection Voice Activated Data Input l Vehicle l Secure Interlock Operation l Shipping
Using Technology in Data Collection Automated Control Device l Aircraft Monitoring l Telemetry l Hazard Identification
Using Technology in Data Collection Pattern Recognition l Security l Scent Detection l Pipeline Incidents
Using Technology in Data Collection Conclusion l Top 3 Technologies for Field Testing: – Electronic Identification/Security (Smart Cards) – Operator Performance Monitoring – Hands-Free Operation l Develop Several Pilots/Demonstrations