Great Britain
The first tests of a taxi with contactless charging technology will begin in the city of Nottingham
Traffic Technology Today 24.08.2021
In the British city of Nottingham, nine electric vehicles are participating in the WiCET (electric taxi with contactless charging) project. The project, which is the first of its kind in the UK, is funded by the Zero Emission Vehicle Authority (OZEV).
The first two WiCET electric taxis were equipped with contactless charging technology earlier this summer, and the remaining cars will be connected to it early next year.
Contactless charging occurs when the car is parked on an induction pad that can be integrated into road clothes. This is a convenient alternative that does not require the use of cables.
"Investing in research and development is key to our mission to bring the UK to the forefront in the development, production and use of zero-emission vehicles," said Abdul Chowdhury, head of Innovation at OZEV. The WiCET project is part of our an innovative program aimed at solving the problems associated with the transition to zero-emission cars."
"We are excited to be part of this groundbreaking project to help demonstrate the suitability of wireless charging technology for taxi fleets," says Richard Frost, founder and CEO of Sprint Power. "Our team of engineers has developed a user interface and software, as well as an individual contactless charging kit for each vehicle, which allows you to equip existing cars."
Traffic Group Signals launches advanced mobile traffic light technology
Traffic Technology Today 25.08.2021
Traffic Group Signals, one of the leading British manufacturers of portable and mobile traffic lights, has launched its innovative Metro Haul Route Crossing system. Metro is the only wireless traffic light system that allows you not to stop traffic when deployed and has been specially designed to solve safety problems on high-speed roads.
Will Credicott, Marketing Manager at Traffic Group Signals, notes: "Our unique system is powered by an autonomous battery and uses the latest radio communication technologies, so it can be quickly deployed and minimized without any complex infrastructure. Since the system is completely wireless, its installation and subsequent dismantling at the end of operation minimize inconvenience to road users compared to traditional systems. This innovation in mobile road signalling systems is already having a huge positive impact where it has been applied, and we anticipate that this technology will be the best choice for contractors across the UK for the foreseeable future."
Germany
What innovations will be considered at the ITS World Congress (ITSWC) in Hamburg
Traffic Technology Today 25.08.2021
Recovery, resilience and connectivity
The European Commission's policy agenda for the Digital Decade aims to promote new developments and innovations in connectivity and mobility, including supporting important industry trends in connected and autonomous driving, MaaS and clean technologies.
According to Peter Stuckmann, Head of the Future Connectivity Systems Division of the European Commission, connectivity is a priority in terms of the EU Recovery Plan and investments under the Recovery and Resilience Facility program. "5G is of fundamental importance in a coordinated launch in the single market and an integrated approach to cross-border 5G transport corridors," says Stuckmann. He describes connected mobility as a "flagship area" linked to the green agenda for investments and reforms that include the deployment of high-speed broadband fiber networks and 5G. The future of mobility requires a properly connected and integrated infrastructure in combined with environmentally friendly vehicles.
Physical and digital infrastructure
Currently, interoperable intelligent transport systems (C-ITS) for passenger cars and public transport are being tested on Korean roads as part of a large-scale joint pilot project. Hyper-connectivity is provided between vehicles, with big data not only being collected, but also analyzed to help in planning C-ITS and future services. Yeon-joon Moon, a senior researcher at the Korea Transportation Institute (KOTI), says that the transition from ITS to next-generation C-ITS requires "digitization of infrastructure that poses new challenges regarding a sustainable investment environment for transport systems." The lessons learned are being used in Sejong's smart mobility Smart City deployment plan.
5G in action - and the future of 6G
Projects in laboratories are already demonstrating the potential of connecting a new generation for mobility. For example: integrated multimodal communication for ship and automobile port operations tested in Hamburg. With the active participation of the city authorities, the 5G LOGINNOV connected and automated logistics project is funded under the EU Horizon 2020 program. "It is designed to improve logistics and solve environmental problems of European ports by connecting 5G devices, data analysis and traffic management of a new generation," says Ralph Willenbrock, Product manager at T-Systems.
"The advantages of transport and mobility offered by ubiquitous low-latency connectivity are obvious," says Jakob Bangsgaard, CEO of ERTICO-ITS Europe. "These benefits are driving new research and development, investment and widespread testing - 6G capabilities are already visible on the horizon."
Jan Ellsberger, vice president of development at Huawei, notes that according to forecasts, 350 million subscriptions to 5G in April 2021 will grow tenfold to 3.5 billion by 2026.
In addition to 5G (B5G), next-generation 6G technology, which is expected to be commercially deployed around 2030, will make next-generation mobility a reality. Jan Ellsberger reports that "6G, in principle, will be distributed a neural network that provides communication channels for connecting the physical, cybernetic and biological worlds." Due to a 100-fold increase in energy efficiency across the entire network, one of the company's most significant contributions will be to ensure sustainability.
Peter Stuckmann of the European Commission says: "We have launched a number of ambitious projects and a new joint venture that will provide a strategic plan for the development of 6G with financing of 900 million euros over seven years."
New Zealand
EROAD Integrates Seeing Machines Machine Vision Technology to Ensure Safer Roads
Traffic Technology Today 23.08.2021
New Zealand-based company EROAD is integrating Seeing Machines Guardian technology into its fleet management software to help combat driver fatigue and make roads safer.
Seeing Machines' Guardian technology uses algorithms tracking the driver's face and gaze to determine his fatigue and distraction, which allows you to prevent dangerous driving. According to a study by Seeing Machines, driver alerts and round-the-clock analysis in the monitoring center reduce the likelihood of dangerous driving associated with fatigue by 90%.
The integration of this technology makes it easier for managers to determine priorities when performing transport operations, and also helps to better understand the risks associated with their fleet and drivers.
Through strategic growth and partnership, EROAD continues to contribute to improving road safety by providing products and services to transport operators and drivers across Australia and New Zealand.
USA
Derq Joined Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program
Traffic Technology Today 25.08.2021
Derq, a startup from Detroit and Dubai, announced his participation in the Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator program. The Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator program, which is part of the Qualcomm Advantage Network, is designed to connect cities, municipalities, government agencies and enterprises with an ecosystem of ITS suppliers offering integrated solutions for smart cities. Bringing together participants looking for solutions for a smart city, the program aims to improve people's lives through accelerated transformation of urban infrastructure and services.
Derq works closely with the automotive industry, state and local governments, as well as suppliers of intelligent transportation systems to prevent traffic accidents.
Derq has created an award-winning artificial intelligence analytics platform that also enables large-scale deployment of autonomous vehicles. Derq conducts projects in the USA (Michigan, Ohio, Nevada), Europe and the UAE.
As part of the Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program, Derq will demonstrate several of its leading solutions in the field of artificial intelligence, including platforms:
align="left"> Derq INSIGHT, which generates an array of analytical traffic data in real time, providing up-to-date, accurate and detailed data that allows for in-depth analysis of safety problems, development of accident prevention measures and evaluation of traffic efficiency;Derq SENSE - which provides real-time infrastructure-based analytics for external shared perception and traffic management applications, including V2X applications for connected and autonomous vehicles, adaptive traffic management and intelligent pedestrian crossings.
As a member of the Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program, Derq will work to accelerate the transformation of cities into a safer and smarter environment and help them achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, security and sustainability.