Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a public transport evaluation and optimization system that is designed to monitor multiple environmental and operational parameters of public transportation, including air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external conditions, providing transport authorities with insights on areas for service improvement and further collects passenger feedback on travel experiences through ratings on hygiene, comfort, and available facilities, enabling authorities to address any issues.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Improvement in public transportation is essential to address the growing urbanization and the challenges that come with it, such as increased traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and limited mobility. As cities expand, the demand for efficient, reliable, and sustainable transportation systems rises. Public transport plays a critical role in reducing the number of private vehicles on the road, which helps decrease traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions, and reduce the overall environmental footprint. However, many public transport systems still face issues like overcrowding, poor maintenance, inefficiency, and inadequate accessibility, which deter people from using these services. Furthermore, the lack of real-time data and inadequate feedback systems often prevent transportation authorities from addressing passengers’ concerns promptly. Public transportation improvement is not only about increasing capacity but also about enhancing the overall passenger experience, ensuring safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The integration of modern technology, such as sensors, GPS, and artificial intelligence, can optimize routes, improve scheduling, and provide real-time updates, making the system more responsive to passenger needs. Improving public transport is crucial for promoting social equity by providing accessible mobility options for all demographics, reducing inequalities, and fostering a more sustainable and livable urban environment. Enhanced public transportation is key to creating smarter, greener, and more efficient cities.

[0003] Various equipment and technologies are being employed to improve public transportation, making it more efficient, reliable, and accessible. One such advancement is real-time GPS tracking systems, which allow passengers to track buses and trains in real-time, enhancing convenience and reducing wait times. Automated ticketing systems, including contactless cards and mobile apps, streamline fare collection, minimizing human error and speeding up boarding processes. Electric buses and trains are being introduced to reduce emissions and improve environmental sustainability, contributing to cleaner urban air. Additionally, intelligent traffic management systems optimize routes, traffic light patterns, and bus schedules, ensuring smoother flow of vehicles. Accessibility enhancements, such as low-floor buses and elevators in stations, provide greater ease of access for disabled passengers. However, these systems come with drawbacks. Real-time tracking requires robust and continuous connectivity, which may not be available in remote or underserved areas, leading to inaccuracies. Automated ticketing may exclude people who are not tech-savvy or lack access to smartphones, creating barriers for some passengers. Electric vehicles are still expensive to implement and require significant investment in charging infrastructure. Moreover, traffic management systems are complex and need continuous updates to adapt to changing urban dynamics. These technologies also require substantial maintenance and training, adding to operational costs.

[0004] US11023809B2 discloses a method and a computerized system programmed to carry out the method of predicting the capacity of a public-transport vehicle for passengers to board at the stop and for displaying this predicted capacity on remote computer systems or service screens is provided. The method comprises a prediction process and a data procurement process. The capacity of the public-transport vehicle for passengers to board at the stop is predicted in the prediction process by combining measurements of a filling level of the public-transport vehicle when the public-transport vehicle is at the stop or approaching the stop, which are performed in the course of the data procurement process, with a number of passengers expected to alight the public-transport vehicle.

[0005] EP0596579A1 discloses a public transport system comprising means of transport accessible to the public at a charge, the means in operation travelling predetermined routes operated by one or more operators, with predetermined stops; and sales locations for transport tickets. At least a plurality of passengers are provided with a registration means comprising readable and writable memory means. Further, systems are provided by means of which a passenger can store the distance travelled by him in the memory means of the registration means, and means for determining the selling price of a next transport ticket on the basis of the travelled distances stored.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems have been developed in order to facilitate easy public transport, however these systems mentioned in the prior arts have limitations pertaining to passenger’s feedback on aspects like hygiene, comfort, and facilities, empowering authorities to resolve any issues. Adding to this, people generally avoid investing their time in giving lengthy feedbacks due to which timely and proper resolutions of such issues are not possible.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that is capable of monitoring diverse environmental and operational factors in public transportation, including air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external conditions such that the system provides real-time data to transport authorities, identifying areas for service improvement. The system enables passengers to rate their travel experience, including hygiene, comfort, and amenities, helping authorities address concerns. Additionally, the system detects abnormal vibrations and mechanical issues, such as suspension wear, and alerts passengers and authorities for prompt action.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of monitoring various environmental and operational conditions of public transportation such as air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external condition in order to notify transport authorities regarding scope of improvement in the transport services.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of receiving passenger’s feedback regarding travel experience after using public transport service through ratings for hygiene, comfort, and available facilities, thereby enables the transport authorities for eliminating issues of the passengers.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of detecting abnormal vibrations and potential mechanical issues such as suspension wear in the vehicles, accordingly alerts the passengers and authorities for immediate actions.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to a public transport evaluation and optimization system that is capable of improving public vehicle transportation convenience by collecting passenger feedback on factors like hygiene, comfort, and facilities, aiding authorities in resolving issues. Furthermore, the system detects abnormal vibrations and mechanical failures, like suspension wear, sending alerts to both passengers and authorities for immediate action.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a public transport evaluation and optimization system comprises of plurality of sensors installed on both public transport vehicles and corresponding vehicle stoppages, designed to monitor various environmental and operational conditions such as air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external condition, plurality of artificial intelligence-based imaging unit integrated into the vehicles and paired with a processor to detect surroundings including passengers, seats, and condition of vehicle's interior, the captured data is transmitted to a centralized database for further analysis, a processing unit operatively connected to the system to monitor and control overall functionality and synchronization of the sensors, imaging unit, and database, ensuring real-time data updates and seamless operation of the system, a communication module is integrated with the processing unit providing connectivity to multiple computing units accessed by passengers and concerned authorities, allowing passengers and authorities to interact with the system, retrieve information, and provide real-time feedback.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed invention further comprises of a touch-enabled screen installed at vehicle stoppages, enabling passengers to provide feedback about travel experience after using public transport service, feedback collected by the processing unit is updated in real-time on the centralized database for immediate analysis and processing, and the processing unit utilizes a machine learning module to predict average score based on collected feedback, taking into account passengers’ ratings for hygiene, comfort, and available facilities, a vehicle monitoring unit attached with the vehicles that monitors vehicle speed through an accelerometer and vibration sensor to detect abnormal vibrations and potential mechanical issues such as suspension wear, the processing unit sends alerts to both passengers and authorities for immediate actions when abnormal conditions are detected, and a GPS (Global Positioning System) module is integrated within the processing unit that provides live location of each vehicle, allowing passengers to track vehicle movements and predict arrival times at specific stop.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a public transport evaluation and optimization system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to a public transport evaluation and optimization system that is capable of continuously tracks environmental and operational conditions in public transport, such as air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and the vehicle’s external state, notifying transport authorities about potential areas for service enhancement and further gathers passenger feedback on aspects like hygiene, comfort, and facilities, empowering authorities to resolve any issues.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of a public transport evaluation and optimization system is illustrated, comprises of plurality of sensors such as air quality sensor 101, temperature sensor 102, noise sensor 103, installed on both public transport vehicles 104 and corresponding vehicle stoppages 105 associated with the system, pressure sensors 106 integrated with seats 107 of vehicles 104 and weight sensor 108 embedded in trash bins 109 associated with the vehicle stoppages 105, a touch interactive display panel 110 installed at vehicle stoppages 105, and plurality of artificial intelligence-based imaging units 111 integrated into the vehicles 104.

[0023] The proposed invention includes multiple sensors installed on both public transport vehicles 104 and corresponding vehicle stoppages 105. The sensors work in an integrated network to accumulate various environmental and operational conditions such as air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external condition.

[0024] The sensors installed at the public transport vehicles 104 and corresponding vehicle stoppages 105 associated with the system are air quality sensor 101, temperature sensor 102 and noise sensor 103, pressure sensors 106 integrated with seats 107 of vehicle 104 and weight sensor 108 embedded in trash bins 109 associated with the vehicle stoppages 105. The sensors are wirelessly linked with a processing unit operatively connected to the system to monitor and control overall functionality and synchronization of the sensors.

[0025] The processing unit communicates with the sensors by means of a linked wireless communication module. The communication module is integrated with the processing unit providing connectivity to multiple computing units accessed by passengers and concerned authorities, allowing passengers and authorities to interact with the system, retrieve information, and provide real-time feedback.

[0026] The vehicles 104 are integrated with plurality of artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111 for capturing multiple images of the interior of the vehicles 104 including passengers, seats, and condition of vehicle's interior. The imaging unit 111 incorporates a processor that is encrypted with an artificial intelligence protocol. The artificial intelligence protocol operates by following a set of predefined instructions to process data and perform tasks autonomously. Initially, data is collected and input into a database, which then employs protocol to analyze and interpret the captured images. The processor of the imaging unit 111 via the artificial intelligence protocol processes the captured images and sends the signal to the processing unit that stores the data into a centralized database for further analysis such that concerned authorities may look into the conditions of the public transportation system in relation to enhance and manage quality of service provided.

[0027] The imaging unit 111 and the sensors updates the database with the captured details of condition of the vehicles 104 and the vehicle stoppages 105, such that ensuring real-time data updates and seamless operation of the system. A temperature sensor 102 is integrated within vehicles 104 and vehicle stoppages 105 to monitor internal temperature of vehicles 104 and the vehicle stoppages 105.

[0028] The temperature sensor 102 used herein, is composed of two type of metal wire joint together when the sensor experiences heat then a voltage is generated in the terminals of the temperature sensor 102 that is proportional to the temperature and the signal is sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller calibrates the voltage in terms of temperature from the received signal of the temperature sensor 102 in order to monitor the temperature of surroundings of the vehicle stoppages 105 and the vehicles. The temperature sensor also validates the processing unit regarding working status of AC/heater inside the vehicle 104. Accordingly, the processing unit sends alert to the concerned authorities via the computing unit in order to provide comfortable travelling experience to the passengers.

[0029] The air quality sensor 101 associated within the vehicles 104 and vehicle stoppages 105 to measure carbon dioxide levels and volatile organic compounds. The Air quality sensor 101 operate by detecting and measuring various pollutants and particulate matter in the air. The sensor typically uses advanced technologies, including optical, electrochemical, or semiconductor-based sensors. They analyze air samples for pollutants such as carbon dioxide, particulate matter, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other contaminants.

[0030] The concentration of elements in the air sample is then converted into electrical signals and processed by the processing unit to determine the weather conditions of the surroundings of the vehicles 104 and vehicle stoppages 105. In case the air quality decreases a threshold level, a safety alert is communicated to all the passengers via the computing unit instructing the passengers to wear masks or cover their faces, in view of helping the passengers to travel comfortably.

[0031] The vehicles 104 and the vehicle stoppages 105 are equipped with the noise sensor 103 to monitor sound levels. The noise sensor 103 turns the sound energy of noise generated in vicinity to the vehicle stoppages 105 and vehicles 104 into electrical energy. The sound waves created by the noise carry energy towards the noise sensor 103. Inside the noise sensor 103, a diaphragm, made of plastic, is present and moves back and forth when the sound wave hits the diaphragm. The coil attached to the diaphragm also moves in same way. The magnetic field produced by the permanent magnet cuts through the coil. As the coil moves, the electric current flows. The electric current from coil flows to an amplifier which covert the sound into electrical signal. The processing unit linked to the noise sensor 103 s detect the intensity of noise generated in vicinity to the vehicle stoppages 105 and vehicles.

[0032] The seats 107 of vehicles 104 are integrated with pressure sensors 106 to detect pressure exerted by passengers. Each of the pressure sensor comprises of a sensing element known as diaphragm that experiences a force exerted by the passenger over the seat while sitting. This force leads to deflection in the diaphragm that is measured and converted into an electrical signal which is sent to the processing unit for determining availability of seats 107 in the vehicles 104 and occupied seats.

[0033] The trash bins 109 positioned at the vehicle stoppages 105 are embedded with a weight sensor 108 to detect weight of the trash bins 109. The weight sensor 108 used herein is a kind of a transducer. The weight sensor 108 depends on the conversion of a load into an electronic signal. The signal is a change in voltage or current otherwise a frequency on the basis of load and the signal is sent to the microcontroller for processing in order to monitor weight of trash bins 109, corresponding to filling conditions of the trash bins 109. In case the monitored weight evaluated to be matching or exceeding a preset threshold weight, the processing unit sends information to concerned authorities via multiple computing unit(s) liked with the communication module regarding need of cleaning of the trash bins 109 of respected trash bin(s).

[0034] The monitored conditions of different parameters as mentioned above are processed by the processing unit regarding filling conditions of trash bins, seating availability in the vehicles 104, people weighting at vehicle stoppages crowd via vehicle stoppages 105, temperature inside vehicle stoppages 104 and vehicles 105 etc. such that enables transport authorities to take measures for providing improvement in the transport services for providing comfort and better travelling experience to the passengers.

[0035] Each of the vehicle stoppages 105 are associated with a touch interactive display panel. The passengers use the display panels to provide input regarding feedback about travel experience after using public transport service, When the passengers touch the surface of the touch interactive display panel 110 to enter the input details, then an internal circuitry of the touch interactive display panel 110 senses the touches of the displayed option and synchronically, the internal circuitry converts the physical touch into the form of electric signal. The microcontroller processes the received signal from the display panel 110 in order to process the signal and determine the user selection and store the user response to the linked database for further associated functions related to the passengers input.

[0036] The feedback collected by the processing unit is updated in real-time on the centralized database for immediate analysis and processing. The processing unit utilizes a machine learning module to predict average score based on collected feedback, taking into account passengers’ ratings for hygiene, comfort, and available facilities by analyzing logged inputs of sound levels at vehicle stoppages 105, seating availability inside vehicles 104, required cleaning of trash bins 109, temperature of internal temperature of vehicle 104 and the vehicle stoppages 105, estimated waiting time at vehicle stoppages 105, estimated arrival times of vehicles 104 at specific stop etc..

[0037] Each of the vehicles 104 are installed with a vehicle monitoring unit comprising an accelerometer and a vibration sensor. The accelerometer is positioned on vehicle’s chassis to monitor vehicle speed by detecting changes in the vehicle’s acceleration along one or more axes. The accelerometer works by measuring the rate of change of velocity, which is then converted into electrical signals. These signals are processed to determine the vehicle's speed by analyzing the acceleration over time. As the vehicle 104 moves, the accelerometer continuously tracks changes in motion, providing real-time data on speed. If the vehicle 104 accelerates or decelerates, the accelerometer records these changes, allowing the system to calculate and monitor the speed accurately. This data is synced with the database and used for vehicle 104 performance monitoring and safety alerts. In case the vehicle 104 is over speeding, a safety alert is sent to the concerned authorities for prompt action via the computing units.

[0038] The vibration sensor of the vehicle monitoring unit positioned over engine bay inside the vehicle 104 detects abnormal vibrations by measuring changes in acceleration or displacement caused by mechanical issues, such as suspension wear or faulty components. The vibration sensor typically uses a piezoelectric or capacitive element to convert vibrations into an electrical signal. This signal is then processed by the system’s processing unit to identify unusual patterns or excessive vibrations that indicate potential mechanical problems.

[0039] The combined signals of the vehicle monitoring unit detects the abnormal vibrations and potential mechanical issues such as suspension wear. The concerned authorities and the passengers are alerted by the processing unit for immediate actions as per the abnormal conditions are detected.

[0040] Each of the vehicles 104 are integrated with a GPS (Global Positioning System) module such that are linked with the processing unit to provide live location of each vehicle. The GPS (Global Positioning System) module working in sync with a magnetometer provides enhanced positioning and orientation information of the vehicles. The GPS module receives signals from multiple satellites in orbit around the Earth. These satellites transmit precise timing and position information of the vehicles.

[0041] The GPS module receives these signals and uses the time delay between transmission and reception to calculate the distance between the GPS module and each satellite. By triangulating the distances from multiple satellites, the GPS module determines its own position on the Earth's surface. This position is typically given in latitude and longitude coordinates. The magnetometer measures the strength and direction of the magnetic field in its vicinity. The magnetometer detects the Earth's magnetic field, which is approximately aligned with the Earth's geographic north-south axis. By utilizing the magnetometer's measurements, the GPS module determine the band heading or orientation relative to magnetic north. The magnetometer provides information about the direction of the Earth's magnetic field, which is compared with the band position information obtained from the GPS module. The outputs of the GPS module and the magnetometer are combined and processed by the microcontroller in order to determine the location of the vehicles, allowing passengers to track vehicle 104 movements and predict arrival times at specific stop along with seat availability.

[0042] The GPS module also determine the punctuality of the vehicles 104 of reaching the vehicle stoppages 105 with the estimated time of arrival. Additionally, each of the vehicles 104 are integrated with ultrasonic sensor and works in sync with the imaging unit 111 such that count number of passengers entering and exiting the vehicle.

[0043] The ultrasonic sensor disclosed herein, consists of an emitter and a receiver that acts as a transducer. The emitter emits ultrasonic sound waves towards the passengers. Then, the radiation strike to the passengers and reflect back which are captured by the receiver. The signal is sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received signal from the ultrasonic sensor and on the basis of time lapse in between the sent and received radiations, the microcontroller determines the presence of passengers entering and exiting the vehicle, thereby ensuring compliance with passenger capacity limits to avoid overcrowding and enhancing safety. The ultrasonic sensor also ensures compliance with passenger capacity limits of the vehicles 104 for safety and comfort, reducing overcrowding.

[0044] The passengers are requested to provide feedback for the ride experience via the computing units and the display panels 110 located on the vehicles 104 and the vehicle stoppages 105 respectively. The ratings generated are used by transportation authorities in view of identifying specific areas requiring improvement. The authorities accordingly take targeted actions in order to address areas of concern and implementing new service initiatives based on real-world conditions.

[0045] A battery (not shown in figure) is associated with the system to supply power to electrically powered components which are employed herein. The battery is comprised of a pair of electrodes named as a cathode and an anode. The battery uses a chemical reaction of oxidation/reduction to do work on charge and produce a voltage between their anode and cathode and thus produces electrical energy that is used to do work in the system.

[0046] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the proposed invention features deploying the variety of sensors and artificial intelligence-based imaging units 111 on both public transport vehicles 104 and corresponding vehicle stoppages 105 to monitor environmental and operational conditions. Sensors track air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external conditions, while imaging units 111 detect vehicle 104 interior conditions and passengers. This data is transmitted to the centralized database for analysis. The processing unit coordinates these sensors, imaging units, and databases, ensuring real-time updates and synchronization. The communication module that allows passengers and authorities to interact with the system, access information, and provide feedback. At vehicle stoppages 105, the touch-enabled screen allows passengers to submit feedback, which is processed by the unit and updated in real-time for analysis. The system uses machine learning to predict average satisfaction scores based on feedback regarding hygiene, comfort, and facilities. Additionally, the vehicle monitoring unit with accelerometers and vibration sensors detects abnormal vibrations or mechanical issues, alerting passengers and authorities to potential problems. Integrated GPS allows for live tracking of vehicle 104 locations, enabling passengers to track arrivals. Sensors also monitor trash bin levels, sound, pressure, and carbon dioxide, ensuring overall operational efficiency and safety, while ultrasonic sensors ensure compliance with passenger capacity limits.

[0047] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) A public transport evaluation and optimization system, comprising:
i) plurality of sensors installed on both public transport vehicles 104 and corresponding vehicle stoppages 105, designed to monitor various environmental and operational conditions such as air quality, temperature, passenger load, seat occupancy, cleanliness, and external condition;
ii) plurality of artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111 integrated into said vehicles 104 and paired with a processor to detect surroundings including passengers, seats, and condition of vehicle's interior, wherein said captured data is transmitted to a centralized database for further analysis;
iii) a processing unit operatively connected to said system to monitor and control overall functionality and synchronization of said sensors, imaging unit, and database, ensuring real-time data updates and seamless operation of said system, wherein a communication module is integrated with said processing unit providing connectivity to multiple computing units accessed by passengers and concerned authorities, allowing passengers and authorities to interact with said system, retrieve information, and provide real-time feedback;
iv) a touch interactive display panel 110 installed at vehicle stoppage 105, enabling passengers to provide feedback about travel experience after using public transport service, wherein feedback collected by said processing unit is updated in real-time on said centralized database for immediate analysis and processing, and said processing unit utilizes a machine learning module to predict average score based on collected feedback, taking into account passengers’ ratings for hygiene, comfort, and available facilities; and
v) a vehicle monitoring unit attached with said vehicles 104 that monitors vehicle speed through an accelerometer and vibration sensor to detect abnormal vibrations and potential mechanical issues such as suspension wear, wherein the data gathered from said monitoring unit is transferred to said processing unit which sends alerts to both passengers and authorities for immediate actions when any abnormal conditions are detected.

2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a GPS (Global Positioning System) module is integrated within said processing unit that provides live location of each vehicle, allowing passengers to track vehicle 104 movements and predict arrival times at specific stop.

3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said ratings generated are used by transportation authorities to identify specific areas requiring improvement, taking targeted actions to address areas of concern and implementing new service initiatives based on real-world conditions.

4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said sensors includes an air quality sensor 101 to measure carbon dioxide levels and volatile organic compounds inside vehicle 104 and said vehicle stoppages 105, a temperature sensor 102 to monitor internal temperature of vehicle 104 and said vehicle stoppages 105, a noise sensor 103 installed within vehicle 104 to monitor sound levels and said vehicle stoppages 105, a pressure sensors 106 integrated into vehicle seats 107 to detect pressure exerted by passengers, and a weight sensor 108 installed on trash bins 109 at vehicle stoppages 105 to detect when bins are full or require cleaning.

5) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein an ultrasonic sensor is installed within said vehicle 104 and synced with said imaging unit 111 to count number of passengers entering and exiting said vehicle, ensuring compliance with passenger capacity limits to avoid overcrowding and enhancing safety.