Ultravision's Passenger Counting System Showcased to Mexican Politicians

Recently, Ultravision's Passenger Counting System was highlighted during a visit to the Culhuacán Corridor Project in Mexico City, attended by several prominent political figures, including the Governor of Mexico State and the Minister of Transportation. The project, which was officially launched in October 2023, involved the replacement of outdated public transportation infrastructure with new buses equipped with Ultravision's advanced automatic passenger counting system.

This modernization initiative significantly improved local public transport services, eliminating previous inefficiencies and enhancing the convenience of travel for residents. It also showcased the Mexican government's commitment to improving public services and infrastructure, demonstrating the transformative impact of such innovations on local communities.

The project utilizes Ultravision’s Automatic Passenger Counting(APC) System, which offers a range of advanced features, including real-time video monitoring inside the vehicle, live vehicle location tracking, and playback of operation route trajectories. Additionally, the system is equipped with an AI-powered passenger counting algorithm based on machine vision technology, enabling real-time tracking of the number of passengers onboard, as well as those getting on and off at each stop.

The system also generates comprehensive reports, including trip statistics, passenger flow summaries, detailed passenger flow data tables, and query functions, making it easy for operators to monitor and analyze the operational data of each vehicle over a specific time period. This functionality enhances the efficiency of fleet management and provides valuable insights for improving service and planning.

Leveraging the features of Ultravision’s APC MDVR, including 4G network communication and GPS tracking, fleet operators have launched a free mobile app for citizens. This app allows users to track nearby buses in real time, view upcoming stops, and estimate the time of arrival at each station, providing enhanced convenience for commuters.

It is worth noting that the system also tracks the longest travel times along each route. When combined with passenger flow data, this information provides valuable insights into the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of current routes. This data-driven approach helps assess route performance and serves as a foundation for planning more efficient new routes. Ultimately, this contributes to reducing fuel consumption, lowering CO₂ emissions, and supporting sustainable development efforts.

It has been a year since the completion of the project. Recently, the latest upgraded passenger counting algorithm and firmware for the APC MDVR were successfully deployed to Ultravision's passenger counting equipment in Mexico City via remote server update. This update enhances the accuracy of passenger statistics and improves the stability of product performance. Our technical support continues, as we believe that the completion of a transaction is not the end, but the beginning of an ongoing service commitment. We remain dedicated to supporting our customers every step of the way.

For more details of Ultravision's passenger counting solution, please visit: Ultravision Public Transit Solution

Written by Henry Chia on 2024.11.26