Interface: CapMetro Freight and Passenger Rail Operations Center - CapMetro MetroRail Passenger Rail Vehicles

CapMetro Freight and Passenger Rail Operations Center to CapMetro MetroRail Passenger Rail Vehicles Interface Diagram

Architecture Flow Definitions

alarm acknowledge  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

alarm notification  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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.

connection protection instructions  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

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.

fare collection data  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

fare management information  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

remote vehicle disable  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

Signal used to remotely disable a transit vehicle.

secure area surveillance control  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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.

secure area surveillance data  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

Data collected from surveillance systems used to monitor secure areas. Includes video, audio, processed surveillance data, equipment operational status, and alarm indicators when a threat has been detected.

transfer request  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

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  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

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  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

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)  Applicable ITS Standards

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  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

transit user information  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

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)  Applicable ITS Standards

Operating conditions of transit vehicle (e.g., engine running, oil pressure, fuel level and usage).

transit vehicle emissions  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and criteria air pollutant emissions reported by a transit vehicle.

transit vehicle loading data  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

transit vehicle location data  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

transit vehicle operator authentication information  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

Information regarding on-board transit operator authentication

transit vehicle operator authentication update  (Planned)  Applicable ITS Standards

Results of authentication process or update of on-board authentication database.

transit vehicle operator information  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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

transit vehicle schedule performance  (Existing)  Applicable ITS Standards

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