The calculations presented in the table below demonstrate that it is possible to proactively synchronize TAA transit operator or an agency representing several transit operators. The TA acts as a merchant from the UniTiAg’s standpoint. More patron accounts and OTRBsOpen-to-Ride Balance is an e-wallet monetary value for ticketing purposes, associated with a contactless token, shared between Transit Agencies. It can be pre-authorized, prepaid, postpaid, or a combination of thereof. More with wireless validatorsValidator is a device with contactless card reader, registering card taps and validating access to the transit services. It is not a point of sale in UniTiAg model. More.
| Transit System Scale | Small *) | Medium **) | Large ***) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of patrons (mill.) | 0.17 | 1.8 | 21 |
| Max number of vehicles with validatorsValidator is a device with contactless card reader, registering card taps and validating access to the transit services. It is not a point of sale in UniTiAg model. More en route | 1,125 | 2,000 | 7,500 |
| Average number of taps/sec in peak period | 42 | 540 | 8,800 |
| ValidatorValidator is a device with contactless card reader, registering card taps and validating access to the transit services. It is not a point of sale in UniTiAg model. More storage (Mbytes) | 60 | 600 | 7,000 |
| Peak data download speed (Mbit/sec) | 0.015 | 0.28 | 6.9 |
| Annual cellular data cost (thousand $/year) | 7.5 | 170 | 10,000 |
| For comparison, cellular data cost as share of revenue | 0.00% | 0.01% | 0.016% |
*) e.g. Calgary, Canada
**) e.g. TTC, Toronto, Canada
***) Transport for London, UK
With a cellular plan for 20 Gbytes per month costing around $50/month or less, and wireless download speed is several megabits per sec, synchronizing validatorsValidator is a device with contactless card reader, registering card taps and validating access to the transit services. It is not a point of sale in UniTiAg model. More data with the TAA transit operator or an agency representing several transit operators. The TA acts as a merchant from the UniTiAg’s standpoint. More computer host does not seem to be an issue, even during the peak periods. The patrons move slow between transfers, and synchronization lag of several minutes can be acceptable.
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