Title: MIDAS: MOTORIST INFORMATION AND DRIVER AUTOMATION SYSTEMS. FINAL REPORT
Abstract: This report investigates the feasibility, suitability and benefits of Intelligent Vehicle Highway Systems (IVHS) in Arizona. The report identifies travelers needs in each of four IVHS areas: Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS), Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), Automatic Vehicle Control Systems (AVCS) and Fleet Management and Control Systems (FMCS). An assessment of the state-of-the-art technologies to meet these needs is presented within the context of an international review of IVHS related initiatives. Arizona's existing advanced technology programs are assessed including HELP, the Crescent Demonstration, and the Phoenix Freeway Management System. The suitability and potential benefits of IVHS development in Arizona are then presented by determining the integration and expansion of these programs into a broader IVHS initiative for the state. Key projects and milestones are identified for Arizona complementing and extending the national IVHS program. The framework for the development of IVHS in Arizona is presented in a statewide program for Arizona. Known as MIDAS (Motorist Information and Driver Automation Systems), the program plan is a ten-year IVHS initiative, initially focusing on traveler information and route guidance and moving toward highway automation concepts in the latter stages. The report outlines the program development, structure and proposed funding. An organizational structure for management and coordination of the program is also presented.
Publication Year: 1991
Publication Date: 1991-04-01
Language: en
Type: article
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