Author: Ryan Hall

As the OmniAir Plugfest at Mcity approaches, Infrastructure-Owner-Operator professionals (IOO)  have a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insights into the latest advancements in connected vehicle technology. Among the OmniAir members showcasing their expertise is Integral Blue.

They will demonstrate their innovative approach to ensuring the seamless integration and deployment of Roadside Units (RSUs). IOOs stand to benefit significantly from Integral Blue’s live demonstration and others alike, as they offer a firsthand glimpse into the rigorous testing procedures essential for preparing RSUs for real-world implementation.

Ted Sadler, the V2X Technologies Lead for Integral Blue, provided a look into their test station and explored how their testing methodology aligns with IOOs’ objectives of optimizing infrastructure readiness and connectivity of connected vehicle technology.

What is the purpose of the test station being set up by Integral Blue at Plugfest?

The test station is intended to provide installation readiness testing for RSU (Roadside Unit) manufacturers, focusing on ensuring RSUs are ready for deployment.

How does Integral Blue plan to conduct tests at the station?

Integral Blue will conduct tests by ‘unboxing’ RSUs and testing them on the bench as they would during an actual deployment project. This involves checking for physical integrity, assessing configuration interfaces, and testing integration with standard intersection components.

What approach does Integral Blue take towards testing RSUs at the station instead of focusing solely on standards conformity?

Integral Blue’s approach involves testing RSUs as they would during a deployment project rather than focusing solely on standards conformity. They prioritize assessing physical integrity, configuration interfaces, and integration with standard intersection components.

What equipment does Integral Blue bring to perform these tests?

Integral Blue brings a rolling “cart” equipped with a Danlaw RSU, Commsignia OBU, Surface laptop, PoE++ switch, cellular modem, Econolite Cobalt controller, SIEMENS M60 controller, and a Raspberry Pi 4B running V2Xhub.

How does Integral Blue use the cart to test RSUs?

Integral Blue uses the cart to bench-test new RSUs received for installation projects, become familiar with RSUs that are new to the market, and experiment with tools like V2Xhub. Additionally, the RSU and controllers on the cart are loaded with a MAP message and timing plan developed for a specific intersection.

Attending this one-day event, attendees can gain firsthand knowledge of Integral Blue’s innovative approach to RSU integration and deployment and explore other demonstrations that optimize infrastructure readiness and connectivity. 

Register now to secure your spot and discover how Integral Blue and fellow innovators are shaping the future of connected vehicle technology. Take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to stay at the forefront of industry advancements!

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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®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles, welcomes CDM Smith, a global leader in engineering and construction services, as OmniAir’s newest member.

Established in 1947, CDM Smith has built a reputation for its unwavering dedication to client satisfaction and its relentless pursuit of excellence. From its beginnings as a partnership, the firm has evolved into a powerhouse with over 5,000 employees spread across offices worldwide.

“We are pleased to welcome CDM Smith to the OmniAir Consortium,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director at OmniAir Consortium. “Their wealth of experience and commitment to excellence will undoubtedly strengthen our efforts to drive innovation and ensure the seamless integration of connected vehicle technology into our transportation infrastructure.”

As a member of OmniAir, CDM Smith will collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and academia to develop and promote standards for interoperability, security, and certification in transportation technology.  CDM Smith’s participation within OmniAir aligns with its strategic focus on leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver integrated engineering and construction services worldwide. It is already taking a leadership role within our Road User Charging (RUC) Working Group.

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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The upcoming OmniAir Plugfest at Mcity May 13-17, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is focused on enhancing safety on our roads, and we are offering over a dozen diverse array of V2X safety applications.  Among these critical applications, freeway and intersection scenarios will be scrutinized throughout the week.

Applications Overview: Each application plays a vital role in fortifying road safety:

“Application testing is the cornerstone of ensuring the reliability, safety and trust of V2X technologies,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “At OmniAir, we take pride in our commitment to supporting V2X safety applications, as it aligns with our mission of facilitating the national deployment of cutting-edge solutions.” 

In moments of sudden braking, this application swiftly transmits warnings to trailing vehicles, offering advanced notice, and potentially averting rear-end collisions.

 FCW represents a cornerstone in freeway safety by leveraging V2X communication; it acts as a vigilant guardian, alerting drivers to impending front-end collisions and enabling timely intervention to prevent accidents.

The blind Spot Warning system provides indispensable assistance to drivers. Detecting vehicles in blind spots enhances situational awareness and reduces the risk of side collisions, fostering safer travel.

 As vehicles approach intersections, this application issues timely warnings to drivers, reducing the likelihood of red-light violations and subsequent collisions.

Safety is paramount within the dynamic environment of work zones. The Reduce Speed, Work Zone application dynamically adjusts speed recommendations, ensuring safe passage through construction areas and minimizing the risk of accidents.

 Navigating lane closures can be confusing, but the Lane Closure Warning system offers drivers clarity and safety. This application alerts drivers to upcoming lane closures, enabling them to confidently make informed decisions and navigate through changing traffic patterns.

The Vehicle Preemption system takes proactive measures to enhance intersection safety. Providing preemptive warnings and priority to emergency vehicles streamlines traffic flow and minimizes the potential for collisions at intersections.

 Instantaneous and decisive, the Wrong Way Driver Detection system swiftly identifies vehicles traveling in the wrong direction. Through vehicle receipt of MAP messages the vehicle is able to determine its location within the roadway and issue the driver an alert that they are traveling in the wrong direction based on their location.

Collaboration and interoperability are the cornerstones of V2X technology, and the CAV/USDOT MAP Training application reinforces these principles. Facilitating training sessions informed by past Plugfest experiences ensures stakeholders are equipped to integrate Cooperative Automated Vehicles and USDOT mapping protocols seamlessly, advancing the safety and efficiency of V2X systems.

Positioned strategically to assess threats and guide movement, this application suite epitomizes intersection safety by offering real-time guidance to drivers and pedestrians, enhancing safety in complex traffic dynamics.

*Pedestrian in Crosswalk Warning: Currently in development, this application highlights our commitment to pedestrian safety. While we work on implementing camera technology, our backup plan involves RSU vendors broadcasting Personal Safety Messages (PSM) to ensure a comprehensive approach to intersection safety.

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OmniAir Plugfests exemplifies the collaborative spirit driving our industry forward, with all participants striving towards a common goal: safer roads for all. However, none of this progress would be possible without the active participation of RSU and OBO vendors in testing. Their involvement is not only crucial but indispensable in refining these technologies to ensure successful deployments that end-users can trust. We hope all V2X stakeholders join us in this critical time, knowing that together, we can pave the way for a future where road travel is not only connected but inherently safer for all.

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OmniAir offers independent, third-party testing and certification of connected vehicle and tolling technologies through a network of independent, accredited test labs. OmniAir full-stack testing and certification for C-V2X OBUs, RSUs, and modules is designed to ensure devices are interoperable and conform to industry standards.

To learn more about OmniAir Plugfests and OmniAir Certification programs, visit our website at www.omniair.org.

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OmniAir Consortium®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for ITS, tolling, and connected vehicles, announces that Neology, a global leader in tolling solutions, has earned OmniAir Certification for three ISO-6C tolling devices that include an Exterior License Plate Transponder, Windshield 3-Way Switch Hardcase Transponder and Interior Windshield 2-Way Switch Hardcase Transponder.

OmniAir® offers independent, third-party testing and certification for wireless communications technologies used in transportation, including RFID tolling tags and readers and C-V2X connected vehicle radios and modules.

OmniAir Certification testing is performed through a network of accredited wireless testing laboratories and authorized field-testing facilities. This ensures that devices conform to industry standards and meet minimum interoperability and field performance requirements.

“Congratulations to Neology for earning OmniAir Certification for three devices,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director for OmniAir. “OmniAir is committed to ensuring the availability of trusted communications devices to meet the needs of the tolling industry.”

Visit our product certification page to learn more about this certification and other OmniAir Certified® products.

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.

About Neology

Neology, Inc. is a global technology company headquartered in Carlsbad, California, with manufacturing and operations facilities in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. We’re partnering with our customers to [re]imagine mobility by combining Artificial Intelligence with state-of-the-art tolling, automated vehicle identification and classification, data processing, and digital payment systems – all delivered with superior service. It’s our mission to help communities around the world enhance mobility, increase sustainability, improve safety, and generate increased revenue.

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OmniAir Consortium®, the leading industry association promoting interoperability and certification for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), tolling, and connected vehicles, announces the award of the first OmniAir Certification for a C-V2X roadside unit (RSU) to iT telecom Co., Ltd., for their LTE-V2X RSU-Q1.

OmniAir Certified® devices are tested for conformance to industry standards, as well as interoperability, performance, and security requirements.  Every day, infrastructure owner-operators (IOO’s) rely on OmniAir’s independent, third-party testing and certification programs to ensure the availability of trusted communications equipment for V2X and tolling deployments.

Last year, OmniAir awarded certification to iT Telecom for two LTE-V2V-PC5 based on-board units (OBUs). The LTE-V2X RSU-Q1 RSU marks a significant milestone as the first C-V2X roadside unit to earn OmniAir’s commercial connected vehicle certification.

This RSU conforms to OmniAir’s LTE-V2X (RSU) Release 1 Conformance test specifications: 761, 762, 763, 765, 770, 779 & 785. These industry-developed test cases are based on state-of-the-art technology standards for connected vehicles and transportation environments.

“Congratulations to iT Telecom for being the first to achieve OmniAir Certification for a C-V2X RSU,” said Jason Conley, Executive Director of OmniAir Consortium. “OmniAir is committed to supporting the deployment of trusted and interoperable, and certified V2X technologies to improve road safety here in the United States, and around the world.”

The iT telecom LTE-V2X RSU-Q1 RSU was tested at the Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA), an OmniAir Authorized Test Laboratory located in Seongnam, Korea. TTA utilized OmniAir Qualified Test Equipment from Keysight Technology and Spirent.

OmniAir offers independent, third-party testing and certification for C-V2X radios and modules through a network of accredited test laboratories, employing qualified test equipment and validated test cases. Please visit our website for more information about OmniAir’s certification programs.

About OmniAir Consortium:

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

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