Regional Field Equipment Equipment Packages

 

The following equipment packages are associated with the "Regional Field Equipment" element.   Select the "Details" icon to see the detailed requirements associated with each equipment package, or consult the National ITS Architecture web site for more information.

 

Roadway Basic Surveillance

Field elements that monitor traffic conditions using loop detectors and CCTV cameras.

 

Roadway Equipment Coordination

Field elements that control and send data to other field elements (such as environmental sensors that send data to a DMS or coordination between traffic controllers on adjacent intersections), without center control.

 

Roadway Probe Data Communications

Field elements that collect probe data from vehicles using short range communications.

 

Roadway Signal Controls

Field elements including traffic signal controllers for use at signalized intersections; also supports pedestrian crossings.

 

Roadway Traffic Information Dissemination

Driver information systems, such as dynamic message signs and Highway Advisory Radio (HAR).

 

Roadway Traffic Metering

Control equipment including ramp, interchange, and mainline meters and the dynamic message signs that provide information about the meters and any special bypass lanes.