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Developing 'Intelligent Transport Systems'

  • Australia's La Trobe University has entered into an R&D agreement with leading HCL Technologies. The collaboration involves research and development of Intelligent Transport Systems. "The project deals with problems associated with traffic and infrastructure management, security, enhanced driver safety and logistics support for transport operations," according to a press release.La Trobe university's senior deputy vice-chancellor professor John Rosenberg, who was in India recently, described the agreement as an "exciting development for the Victoria-based university."

  • Deputy vice-chancellor (research), Tim Brown, explained that the HCL transport project is based on technology, which is now undergoing trials in Victoria. The project is a part of a $5.5m rail crossing safety project involving 100 vehicles fitted with special wireless communications systems."It promises to be of great benefit not only for driving safety and traffic management, but has the potential of creating export markets for Australian innovation," professor Brown said.Apart from the agreement, HCL Technologies will also provide opportunities for students to undertake internships on community and government ICT projects.The Indian IT giant will recruit graduates from La Trobe who, after completion of training, would be allocated to projects in Victoria or at other HCL locations globally.

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