MOBILE TRAFFIC ALERT AND TOURIST ROUTE GUIDANCE SYSTEM DESIGN USING GEOSPATIAL DATA

Bhattacharya, D.; Painho, M.; Mishra, S.; Gupta, A. · 2017 · OpenAlex-citations

DOI: 10.5194/isprs-archives-xlii-4-w3-11-2017

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This paper addresses the challenge of traffic congestion in major urban areas, specifically Bangalore, India, by proposing an integrated mobile traffic alert and tourist route guidance system. The authors identify limitations in existing traffic monitoring systems, which are often infrastructure-intensive, lack real-time capabilities, or rely on fixed sensors that do not provide individualized alerts. The study aims to develop a modular, automated system that leverages ubiquitous mobile communication technologies, particularly Short Message Service (SMS), to deliver timely traffic warnings and tourist information to users based on their geospatial location. The proposed system utilizes a modular architecture comprising input, processing, and alert subsystems. It integrates geospatial data with mobile communication networks to determine user location via GPS or cellular triangulation and cross-reference this with real-time traffic conditions. The system processes scanned maps and digital data to generate route guidance and alerts. Communication is facilitated through a server that interfaces with GSM networks using both software-based SMS gateways and hardware-based GSM modems. The design emphasizes the integration of WebGIS with telecommunication technologies, allowing for automated data creation, transformation, and dissemination. The system is designed to be generic, requiring minimal setup, and capable of handling diverse traffic scenarios and tourist information dissemination. Experimental testing of the system’s generic information processing and delivery capabilities was conducted using a restricted prototype model with geo-referenced route data. The trials involved sending 280 SMS messages in bulk to designated cell numbers across 14 subscriber groups. The results demonstrated that the system was functional and speedy, with an average delivery time of 27.5 seconds. The minimum delivery time recorded was 5 seconds, and the maximum was 50 seconds. Specifically, 196 out of 280 messages were delivered within 10 seconds, while the remainder were delivered within 40 seconds. All generated messages were successfully delivered, confirming the system's ability to provide quick responses suitable for real-time traffic alerts. The significance of this work lies in the introduction of a novel architecture that integrates WebGIS with ICT technologies to create a dynamic, real-time alert communication system. By automating the integration of traffic evaluation and alert communication, the system reduces the need for expert operators and extensive infrastructure. The modular design allows for easy maintenance and future upgrades, including the potential addition of voice messages to enhance driver safety. The system offers a scalable solution for urban traffic management and tourist guidance, addressing the need for accessible, real-time information dissemination in complex urban environments.

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