Development of a Mobile Control App for Traffic Infrastructure Maintenance

Traffic regulation agencies face difficulties in providing maintenance crews with quick, safe, and remote access to traffic control hardware at intersection sites. Traditional methods require technicians to manually open control boxes, which can be time-consuming, potentially unsafe, and inefficient. This led to a need for a solution that simplifies access, enhances safety, and improves operational efficiency for traffic infrastructure maintenance teams.

A municipal government agency responsible for traffic management and infrastructure maintenance, seeking efficient solutions for maintenance technicians to access and modify traffic control systems remotely.

• Enable maintenance technicians to securely access and modify traffic control system configurations remotely via mobile devices.
• Reduce the time and operational costs associated with physical access to traffic control hardware, aiming for significant time savings and increased efficiency.
• Develop a user-friendly, intuitive mobile application compatible with common handheld devices used by technicians.
• Implement Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication protocols for reliable, secure connectivity between mobile devices and traffic control hardware.
• Distribute the application securely to authorized maintenance personnel through a controlled distribution channel.
• Ensure the application can replicate all key functions of existing desktop or dedicated software on mobile platforms.

• Secure Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity to traffic control systems at intersections.
• User authentication and authorization mechanisms for secure access.
• Remote control of traffic signal configurations and pushbutton system settings.
• Real-time status monitoring of traffic control hardware and system health.
• Intuitive interface mirroring core functionalities of existing PC-based control systems.
• Private distribution to authorized personnel via secure channels.
• Compatibility with iOS devices, optimized for both iPhone and iPad.

• APIs for existing traffic control system software to enable configuration commands and status retrieval
• Secure user authentication and authorization system
• Internal distribution channels for app deployment

• High reliability and real-time responsiveness in BLE communication
• Strong security protocols to prevent unauthorized access
• Scalability to support multiple intersections and technicians
• Compliance with industry standards for safety and security

Implementation of this remote control app is expected to significantly reduce maintenance time by providing immediate access to traffic control hardware, leading to cost savings and improved intersection operation management. The solution aims to enhance safety for technicians, reduce operational delays, and enable more responsive infrastructure maintenance, ultimately benefiting city traffic flow and public safety.