SOCRATES : system of cellular radio for traffic efficiency and safety.

Author(s)
Catling, I. Beek, F. Op de Casimir, C. Mannings, R. Zijderhand, F. Zechnall, W. & Hellaker, J.
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Abstract

This article describes the SOCRATES project which is investigating the use of cellular radio for providing a complete Road Transport Informatics (RTI) system. Applications include: dynamic route guidance; advanced traffic control; parking management and information systems; fleet management; public transport management and information systems, such as dynamic fleet scheduling; hazard warning systems; emergency call facilities and automatic debiting for toll collection. The project is divided into 5 tasks: traffic modelling and traffic management; communications; system design; in-vehicle equipment; and testing. Each of these is described briefly. A demonstration site has already been implemented at Geldorp, showing the principles of SOCRATES, including the use of a short range radio beacon which can be used for vehicle location. Work is also well underway to implement SOCRATES at a test site in Gothenburg, Sweden.

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C 370 (In: C 367 a) /72 /91 / IRRD 848016
Source

In: Advanced Telematics in Road Transport : proceedings of the DRIVE Conference, Brussels, February 4-6, 1991, Volume I, p. 28-43, 4 ref.

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