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"This technology provides an additional level of data and analysis that will assist organizations in making better decisions regarding fleet operations," adds Thurston. "The enhanced monitoring aspect will also reduce breakdowns and enhance vehicle safety."

CIMS is currently testing a prototype system on a Rochester city bus and will next look to implement the system for use in the authority's new fleet of hybrids, buses that operate on diesel fuel and electricity. They have also recently received $1.35 million from the Department of Defense to further the use of fuel cell technology in military vehicles. The center hopes to eventually transfer this research for use in their partnership with RGRTA.

"A quality public transportation system is built around one concept, connecting people to where they want to go, in the most economic and efficient manner," notes Aesch. "Rising fuel costs, double digit increases in health care costs, and workers' compensation costs, have jeopardized the Authority's ability to keep fares stable for our customers. Our partnership with the Center for Integrated Manufacturing Studies will enable us to improve our fleet's performance and efficiency, reduce costs and allow us to keep our fares at $1.25."

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Contact: Will Dube
wjduns@rit.edu
585-475-2816
Rochester Institute of Technology
22-May-2007