Abstract—In this research, a novel system is designed in scope of automated highways. The aim of this system is to provide safe, secure and fast transportation on highways. This system uses both road sensors and GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System). Since no human interaction is allowed in this system, the driver mistakes are reduced to zero. Based on the road sensors and the GNSS, the system is able to adjust the speeds and the following distances between vehicles. The messaging system is also designed for this puppet master architecture, which allows vehicles to communicate with the central components of the system.

Index Terms—Automated highway, intelligent transportation systems

Cite: Onur Cagirici and Mehmet S. Unluturk, "A New Approach to Automated Highway Systems: Puppet Master," International Journal of Electrical Energy, Vol.1, No.2, pp. 82-85, June 2013. doi: 10.12720/joace.1.2.82-85