This project determined the feasibility of implementing an intelligent transportation system (ITS) in Acadia National Park. The features of an ITS were researched and discussed. The components of Acadia’s previous ITS were evaluated. New ITS technologies for Acadia were investigated. Three sensor types were identified to count cars: magnetometers, induction loops, and cameras. Three traveler information systems were identified: dynamic message signs, websites, and mobile applications. The logistics of implementing these systems were assessed, and a cost analysis performed. The team recommended magnetometer sensors with a dynamic message sign to monitor the Sand Beach parking lot and a centralized travel website. The system can be expanded to other popular locations in the future.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Maki, Colin Robert
• Wivagg, Daniel P
• Peters, Jackson Noah
• Calvi, Angela
• Shuai, Mingqi

Subject

• Environment
• Sustainability
• Infrastructure

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-072817-085848

Parola chiave

• Sensor networks
• Electronic data processing
• Transportation
• Web sites--Design and construction

Advisor

• Bianchi, Frederick W.

Year

• 2017

Center

• Acadia National Park, Maine Project Center - IQP

Sponsor

• Acadia National Park

Date created

• 2017-07-28

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright