Vehicle safety communications : protocols security and privacy Owing to their safety applications cooperative vehicle systems which use sensors and wireless technologies to reduce traffic accidents continue to be the focus of heavy research and development efforts around the world. Written by industry professionals this book provides a systematic description of cooperative vehicle systems discussing key technical issues in such systems the latest advances in enabling technologies and cutting edge research trends. Coverage includes important technologies such as 5.9 GHz Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) on board equipment (OBE) and roadside equipment (RSE) Provides an up to date in depth look at current crucial issues in the research community automotive industry and government agencies around the world