Author: Ryan Hall

At last month’s OmniAir Plugfest @ Mcity in Ann Arbor, Michigan OmniAir Consortium® members successfully tested the interoperability of Security Credential Management Systems (SCMS).  For the first time, SCMS providers from across Europe, Asia, and North America participated in the SCMS interoperability testing using new mandatory security tests developed by OmniAir® and its members.

Leading PKI security providers for the IoT and connected vehicle industry, Autocrypt, INTEGRITY Security Services, Microsec, and SAESOL TECH, demonstrated registration of C-V2X devices, execution of a series of certificate request procedures, and issuance of certificates using the interfaces in accordance with the IEEE 1609.2.1 security standard. 

 

These tests were developed by OmniAir’s Cybersecurity Working Group, representing a cross-section of the V2X industry, cybersecurity experts, test laboratories, and deploying agencies.

OBU and RSU devices that leverage chipsets and software from multiple vendors are adopting the 1609.2.1 standard, paving the way for commercial deployments that leverage shared trust amongst mutually verified messages signed by each SCMS provider. 

“OmniAir is committed to advancing the security of connected vehicles through testing and certification” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium.  “Successful testing events like this help to build trust and advance nationwide deployment of V2X technologies.”

SCMS Manager recently issued a test Certificate Trust List (CTL) as the accepted mechanism for establishing trust with multiple SCMS systems and was available during last month’s OmniAir Plugfest to support interoperability. It leveraged root certificates from the four SCMS providers to ensure shared trust.

This milestone demonstrates the industry’s commitment to ensuring scalable, secure, and interoperable devices in a C-V2X ecosystem. The Plugfest demonstrated the promise of how 1609.2.1-based devices can deliver roadside safety and traffic efficiency.  The successful message signing and verification based on 1609.2.1 marks a progression in connected technologies with learnings that can shape future communication technologies.

About OmniAir Consortium  

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium® welcomes NoTraffic, the developer of the world’s leading mobility platform, as the newest OmniAir® member.  

Founded in 2017, NoTraffic’s real-time, plug-and-play autonomous traffic management platform uses AI and cloud computing to reinvent how cities run their transportation networks. NoTraffic works with cities and traffic agencies throughout the United States and Canada on their urban mobility challenges, with a focus on improving key metrics – such as delay times, CO2 pollution, and safety.

Notraffic is taking a transformative approach to transportation with its innovative sensor technology, particularly its V2X sensors. These sensors play a pivotal role in aggregating and analyzing data to optimize traffic flow and enhance overall road safety. By harnessing the power of real-time data, Notraffic is at the forefront of creating smarter, more efficient transportation systems for the future.

“We are excited to have one of the world’s most innovative mobility start-ups as our newest OmniAir member,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium.  “Their decision to join OmniAir is a reflection of our shared commitment to advance the deployment of trusted technologies across our transportation networks to address big challenges—like safety, mobility, and emissions reductions.”

NoTraffic’s platform transforms any signalized intersection into a software defined infrastructure within a couple of hours. Its AI-enabled mobility platform prioritizes safety by adapting to the diverse needs of modern transportation, including the detection of vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists.

Additionally, the company offers a first-ever mobility marketplace, in a single platform, with access to multiple services for enhanced safety, data analysis, efficiency, detection and more to be flexible and scalable, catering to the unique needs of different cities today and in the future.

About OmniAir Consortium  

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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Last week, OmniAir held a very successful Plugfest at the world-class Mcity test facility in Ann Arbor, Michigan. 

Twenty-seven companies participated in the week-long connected vehicle testing event. The latest C-V2X radios underwent rigorous testing for conformance, interoperability, and security in laboratory and field environments. Participants had the opportunity to work with leading V2X testing experts from around the world.

 The goal of OmniAir Plugfests is to help ensure devices conform to industry standards, are interoperable, and meet security and performance requirements.  Plugfest participation helps to ensure the readiness of C-V2X equipment for deployment on our roads and in our vehicles.

This OmniAir Plugfest saw participation from the U.S. Department of Transportation, three OmniAir Authorized Test Laboratories, four SCMS providers, and multiple wireless and V2X test systems providers.

Participating C-V2X device manufacturers rotated between a dozen test stations, working collaboratively with testing experts to help test, debug, and improve their devices in a collaborative environment.

“It was exciting to see the energy and enthusiasm on display at this OmniAir Plugfest, said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “Engineers and developers from around the world collaborate and cooperate in an open environment, which makes OmniAir testing events unique. Only by working together can we help to ensure the availability of trusted communications technologies to make our roads and vehicles safe and reliable for everyone.”

The week featured a Connected Mobility Workshop, hosted in partnership with the University of Michigan Transportation Institute, and keynote speakers from the Michigan Department of Transportation and the University of Michigan’s Automotive Research Institute. 

Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in a “listening session” hosted by the U.S. Department of Transportation on the 2nd Report & Order and offer feedback on technical rules regarding the ITS band in the 5.9 GHz spectrum. 

To all the participants of the 13th Plugfest, a heartfelt thank you for your invaluable contributions to this special event. For those who missed out, rest assured – the next Plugfest is scheduled for November, with the host location to be announced soon. 

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this dynamic and impactful gathering, where you can work with leading experts, test and improve your devices, and ensure they meet the latest industry standards and requirements.

Also, check out the OmniAir Facebook page for photos of our event. 

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OmniAir Consortium®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles, announces the launch of the nation’s first and only certification program for multi-protocol RFID tolling transponders and readers.

The new OmniAir® Certification program offers independent, third-party testing and certification for multi-protocol RFID tolling tags and readers that support the 6C, 6B-80K, and TDM protocols. 

OmniAir Multi-Protocol Tolling Certification is designed to meet the needs of infrastructure owner-operators in the procurement and deployment of trusted equipment for electronic toll collection.  OmniAir Certified® devices are interoperable, conform to industry standards, and meet stringent performance requirements in both laboratory and field environments.

The program builds on OmniAir’s over 12 years of experience in offering certification for single-protocol 6C RFID tags and readers, as well as connected vehicle radios supporting cellular-based or C-V2X technology.

This new certification program is the result of years of collaborative effort between the nation’s tolling agencies and operators, tolling system vendors, consultants, and leading test laboratories and test system providers.  The new certification program is the logical next step of OmniAir Consortium’s work in testing for National Toll Interoperability.

“Through our new certification program, OmniAir Consortium, and our members, are paving the way for National Tolling Interoperability,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “We would like to thank our volunteer members, and the broader tolling community for collaborating in the development of this new OmniAir Multi-Protocol Tolling Certification Program.”

OmniAir Consortium ensures that tolling devices meet specific standards through its certification process. This process involves checking various aspects:

  • Protocol Conformance: Ensuring that the device follows specific communication protocols.
  • Environmental Testing: Assessing how well the device performs in different environmental conditions.
  • Minimum Performance Testing: Checking how the device performs based on specific parameters.
  • Interoperability Testing: Testing whether the device can work well with other devices.
  • Field Testing: Evaluating the device’s performance in real-world scenarios, including single and multi-protocol modes.
  • Optional Testing: Additional testing for specific scenarios.

OmniAir develops a detailed test plan that our authorized test laboratories follow. These tests are conducted using qualified test equipment at their facilities and authorized field sites. OmniAir utilizes four main test specifications that were developed within our Tolling and Emerging Payments Working Group and were vetted and approved by OmniAir’s board of Directors.

  • 800-OA-CONF-TDM – TDM Tolling Protocol Conformance
  • 801-OA- -IO6B80K – ISO 6B-80K Tolling Protocol Conformance
  • 802-OA- -ISO6C – ISO 6C Tolling Protocol Conformance
  • 850-OA-Tolling-SPD-MPT-Test Plan

Eligible applicants may apply for tolling certification testing online.  

OmniAir offers laboratory testing for RFID tolling certification programs, in partnership with DEKRA North America, at their facility in Sterling, Virginia and at multiple OmniAir Authorized Field Test Sites across the United States.

To learn more about OmniAir’s certification programs, we invite you to visit our website or directly contact Ryan Hall, Vice President of Business Development. We are more than happy to address any question or provide additional information.

About OmniAir Consortium

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org.

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Join OmniAir Consortium® on Thursday, May 2nd for a preview of connected vehicle testing at the upcoming OmniAir Plugfest @ Mcity.

OmniAir® Plugfests are the premier testing event for connected vehicles, bringing together leading vehicle-to-everything (V2X) device manufacturers, deployers, test laboratories, and test equipment providers from around the world for a week of intensive lab, field, and security testing. This Plugfest will have a special emphasis on V2X safety application testing, 1609.2.1 security testing, and cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) interoperability testing.

This free webinar will provide an overview of Plugfest testing, test schedules, and testing capabilities offered by participating test laboratories, test equipment vendors, and Security Credential Management Service (SCMS) providers.

OmniAir invites all interested parties to learn more about the testing offered at the upcoming OmniAir Plugfest at Mcity and the effort it takes OmniAir members to deliver a ready-to-deploy C-V2X solution.

Whether you’re a future deployer of C-V2X technology, a device manufacturer, a prospective tester, or simply interested in advancing the field, this event promises to deliver invaluable insight into OmniAir’s rigorous certification process and what it takes to become a ready-to-deploy C-V2X device.

The webinar will feature a diverse array of companies, including:

They will highlight their expertise in testing technologies vital to the C-V2X ecosystem. Each participant will offer valuable insights into their testing methodologies, reaffirming our collective pursuit of certified, trusted, and secure solutions.

Join us on May 2nd at 1:00 PM Eastern Time to explore the forefront of C-V2X testing.

Register now to secure your place:

Register for the 1:00 PM session

We look forward to seeing you at the webinar and hope to see you at the OmniAir Plugfest at Mcity and Connected Mobility Workshop hosted by UMTRI.

CONNECTED MOBILITY WORKSHOP

Tickets are available for the Connected Mobility Workshop that will take place on Wednesday, May 15, at the University of Michigan’s North Campus Research Complex.  Live C-V2X technology demonstrations at Mcity and


Workshop Registration

About OmniAir Consortium

OmniAir Consortium is the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles. OmniAir’s membership includes public agencies, private companies, research institutions, and independent test laboratories. Learn more about OmniAir at www.omniair.org

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