This project deploys and tests pedestrian and bicyclist safety applications at signalized intersections and midblock crossings using Connected Vehicle (CV) and other innovative technologies. This project is located at the UF campus in Gainesville, Florida. The project includes thirteen (13) signalized intersections and seven (7) unsignalized midblock crossings (some with flashing beacons). These streets have high pedestrian and bicyclist traffic with transit stops. The goal of this project is to address pedestrian and bicyclist safety concerns. The emerging technologies to be deployed in this project are Passive Pedestrian Detection (PPD) systems, Advance Vehicle Detection Systems (AVDS), Personal Information Devices (PID) (smartphones with an app), Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB), Road-Side Units (RSUs), On-Board Units (OBUs), and Variable pedestrian phase recall applications.
The UF team has completed the “before” analysis, evaluation of the pedestrian detection cameras, CV communication and the smartphone app. The study also includes focus groups, behavior observation and surveys to understand the user perspective of the deployed system.
Accelerator pilot
I-STREETTM is ideal for new and established companies. It's a testing ground for innovative technologies in mobility, robotics and smart cities. Pilots include the opportunity to deploy technologies in the lab or the field with UFTI staff and workshops with leading industry partners and investors to expand market adoption. Resources include work space, researchers, grant development and access to the University of Florida campus and surrounding Florida roadways.
Facilities
Since 2017, over 20 pilots, 200 IoT devices, and 5G have been deployed to support industry and government partners.
A student village workspace, traffic monitoring area and a 500-square-foot traffic and signals lab.
A three-bay vehicle lab and garage for installation, maintenance and testing.
I-STREET™ technologies include video cameras and roadside units that communicate through direct radio communication with onboard units installed inside selected vehicles.
Access a network of public transit, parking and micro-mobility adoption to testing mobility solutions.
Access a roadway network across interstates, highways, and local roads.
Access the University of Florida campus facilities and surrounding community.
