摘要: |
In 1997, the Ann Arbor (Michigan) Transportation Authority began deploying advanced public transportation systems (APTS) technologies in its fixed route and paratransit operations. The project's concept is the integration of a range of such technologies into a comprehensive system, termed the 'Advanced Operating System' (AOS) to 'smart buses', 'smart travelers,' and a 'smart operation center' to benefit from timely and coordinated information on critical aspects of transit operation and maintenance. Passenger surveys were conducted in each of three successive springs in order to track passenger perception of changes in service quality during AOS implementation. In general, no improvement in passenger perceptions was observed relative to a high base level of satisfaction. In contrast, passengers indicated favorable impressions of the impact that individual AOS elements have had on the transit service that they receive. |