OTS - 5G Automotive Association Virtual Showcase Highlights Momentum behind C-V2X Technology Deployment for Connected Vehicles and Smart Cities in the U.S. (part 2)
2020. October 29. 09:00
Detroit, 29 October, 2020 (APA/OTS) -
BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON THE SHOWCASED DEPLOYMENTS
SMART ROAD CORRIDOR, VIRGINIA
C-V2X communication technology is now deployed on Virginia
roadways, thanks to the combined efforts of 5GAA members Audi of
America, Qualcomm, American Tower Corporation and Commsignia in
partnership with the Virginia Department of Transportation and the
Virginia Tech Transportation Institute.
The deployment of C-V2X on the Virginia Smart Road Corridor
allows a new generation of vehicles capable of communicating not
just through cellular towers but also directly with roadside
infrastructure and vulnerable road users. The C-V2X implementation
in Virginia aims at improving traffic signal information but also
work zones and roadside worker safety, where accidents result in
more than 700 fatal crashes and 45,000 people injured each year.
This initial deployment sets the stage for potential broad
deployment across the U.S.
"We are proud of the work we've done with Audi of America,
VDOT, American Tower Corporation, VTTI and Commsignia to not only
showcase momentum and value of C-V2X to communities and
stakeholders, but to also innovate on deployments such as these to
continue opening paths to widespread adoption," said Jim Misener,
senior director, product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
"The Virginia deployment is a significant milestone, serving as a
successful proof point showing public and private organizations
working together to apply C-V2X to achieve transformative safety
and mobility benefit."
ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA
Initiated in 2019, C-V2X deployment in Alpharetta entails a
variety of applications including Emergency Vehicle Pre-Emption,
Get-Ready-For Green and Red-Light Warning, while Traffic Light
Priority for Cyclists is being developed for deployment. Powered by
Applied Information's TravelSafely app, it will for instance alert
red-light runners about to commit an intersection violation, which
are responsible for 28% of US fatal accidents.
There are already more than 125 intersections equipped with
C-V2X as a result from the collaboration between Applied
Information, the City of Alpharetta as well as the North Fulton
Community Improvement District (CID). "Our investment in connected
vehicle technology is providing immediate, life-saving benefits to
the community," said Kerry Armstrong, Chairman of the North Fulton
Community Improvement District. "As a result of the deployment, our
paramedics and firefighters have seen an 18% reduction in response
times and improved safety while responding to a call."
ARLINGTON, TEXAS
A new C-V2X deployment is under way in Arlington, with 31
contiguous intersections equipped along one of the city's major
thoroughfares. Arlington, in partnership with Applied Information,
strives to create a smoother and safer commute along Cooper Street
as part of the city's ongoing efforts to enhance regional mobility
and put technology to work. "As our city continues to grow and
prosper, we realize the value of investing in smart infrastructure
and technology to help our residents and visitors travel to their
destinations more safely and as efficiently as possible," Public
Works and Transportation Director Keith Brooks said.
Automated traffic signal performance measure devices along
these intersections are collecting and analyzing signal and safety
information in real-time. Drivers can receive the information
directly through Applied Information's Get-Ready-For Green and
Red-Light Warning applications as well as the Railroad Crossing
Alert in the TravelSafely app. Through the app, drivers along
Cooper Street can be notified that traffic has slowed or stopped
due to a train approaching level crossings. As more than 2,000
train-vehicle collisions occurring across the country each year,
half of which result in serious injuries or casualties, this new
C-V2X use case offers great prospect to improve safety around these
risk areas.
BAY AREA, CALIFORNIA
Following successful tests in Michigan's MCity since 2019,
Verizon is now deploying 5G-V2X mobile network communications,
including Mobile Edge Computing (MEC), in several cities including
Boston, the Bay Area, Atlanta, Washington D.C. and New York. The
live 5G networks and MEC capacity, with throughput at least 10
times faster than 4G, can support the next generation of V2X use
cases such as Teleoperations and Data Orchestration that require
ultra-low latencies.
A panel discussion was also held during the event - including
representatives from Ford Motor Company, Audi of America, Texas
DOT, Atlanta DOT and Contra Costa Transportation Authority, and led
by 5GAA Board Member Qualcomm's Jim Misener.
[1] 5GAA visionary roadmap for the introduction of advanced use
cases for connected and automated driving
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