PA System with text-to-speech
Development of the Academic Identity System with access control through installed turnstiles using the “Vanderbilt System” for the Greek Universities. The Academic Data would be authenticated directly from the “ACADEMIC IDENTITY CARD ONLINE SERVICE” of the Ministry of Education
bosch praesideo
innoetics text-to-speech API
C#
C++
The Need
Athens International Airport required a Public Address (PA) System that seamlessly integrates with the Bosch Praesideo system. The solution needed to enable airport personnel to write and broadcast announcements, incorporating real-time flight details and automated text-to-speech (TTS) functionality. The system had to ensure high-quality audio output through Bosch professional equipment and the airport’s existing PA infrastructure.
The Solution
A middleware application was developed using C# and C++, enabling API connectivity between the PA system, Bosch Praesideo, and Innoetics text-to-speech (TTS) service. The solution allows users to create, manage, and automate announcements while dynamically incorporating live flight data. This ensures efficient, accurate, and seamless communication across the airport’s public address system.
The integration with Bosch Praesideo is crucial, as it is a networked, fully digital PA system designed for high-performance audio distribution. This ensures clear, high-quality sound throughout the airport, real-time message prioritization, and fail-safe operation in compliance with aviation safety and emergency protocols. The connectivity guarantees that all automated and manual announcements reach the right zones with optimal clarity and reliability, enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency.
The Results
While the project successfully met its technical objectives, external factors, including service provider unavailability and operational concerns from personnel, led to its cancellation. Despite this outcome, the project demonstrated the potential for modernizing airport communications through automation and high-quality PA system integration. Future implementations may benefit from ensuring service provider stability and addressing workforce adaptation strategies to support successful adoption.
