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Original OpenTransit Project Proposal
Additional Project Documentation Can be found at www.humblehackers.wikispaces.com
The OpenTransit Project is a grassroots campaign to address serious accessibility challenges confronting rural communities and small cities by applying the enormous transformative power of open networks to existing rural assets.
Open Standards Page
Goal- Bring regional transit providers in line with best practices of open data standards
- Advocate for regional Open Data practices
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Work with Municipal Partners to Convert Data Into GTFS Format -
Organize and Assist Regional OpenStreetMap Campaign -
Compile Repository of Open Source Applications for GTFS, OpenStreetMap, Siri resources for small agencies
Develop low-cost technologies customized for rural transportation needs using open hardware protocols.
- Design a low-cost vehicle tracking device for use by small transit agencies using open source hardware platforms
- Research the feasibility of Mesh Networking protocols as a substitute for GPRS where cellular reception is inadequate
- Research and Develop low-cost digital signage applications using open source practices
- Research possible applications of Electric-Bicycles in coordination with established transit systems.
Optimize Open Source Software applications for rural transit use. Emphasis on Demand Response support.
- Participate in the development of OpenTripPlanner by examining potential rural applications
- Participate in the development of OneBusAway by examining potential for support of demand-response services and cross-compatibility with open vehicle tracking devices
Create Application Programming Interface based on architecture established in previous initiatives.
- Work with local providers to determine areas of potential and need
- Work with private sector and tourism bureau to provide resources for potential applications