Orange County Implements Hi-tech 'Talking' Bus System

New voice and display system enhances accessibility and reduces confusion for Orange County transit users.

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August 22, 2002, 3:00 PM PDT

"The enhancement comes as the Orange County Transportation Authority has been using the Global Positioning System and wireless communication networks to track the locations of buses to keep them running on time. An on-board computer, linked to satellites, triggers an announcement when a bus passes one of 1,100 preprogrammed locations."

Thanks to C. Scott Smith

FULL STORY: High-tech system tells bus riders where to get off

Thursday, August 22, 2002 in Orange County Register

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