Development and evaluation of urban road pricing system based on active DSRC and contactless IC cards

Abstract

In big cities in Asia, a road pricing system is one of the effective solutions for traffic congestion. We have developed “Integrated Urban Road Pricing system” based on active DSRC communication proven in Japan. Our internal battery OBU (on-board unit) has contactless IC card interface able to accept the cards which circulate widely as a payment media in Asian countries. Wiring work is not needed for installation, and introduction of OBU is easy for users. By a trial in Malaysia for one year, our system has been operated in practical use without trouble as a road pricing system.