Integrated mobile parking application and smart parking meter system

摘要

The mobile computing device executing the software code interacts with the smart parking meter to enable the user to complete parking transactions without having to leave his car. The transaction proceeds digitally and confirmation of the purchase is transmitted to the user ' s smartphone or other electronic message means. The user can access the interactive map through a parking application that provides real-time status of networked parking meters in a particular area. The user can view all meters that meet certain criteria, such as price and availability. The user can also reserve a specific parking space through the application. The user may be further directed to his or her car through the map directions.