.jpg?sfvrsn=a9a0eba0_0)
Automated Shuttle
Automated Shuttle
An automated shuttle is a purpose-built vehicle designed to transport multiple passengers in a shared mobility service. Most shuttles are low-speed vehicles and accommodate 10-15 passengers.
Lidar (Light imaging, Detection, and Ranging)
Lidar emits pulses of infrared light and measures the time it takes for these pulses to return after hitting nearby objects. Data is recorded and compiled to map the vehicle's surroundings in 3-D and real time. Lidar works with radar to detect obstacles and their distance and monitors vehicles surroundings.
Cameras
Cameras enable obstacle detection and avoidance to navigate safely through environments.
GPS
GPS and GNSS work together to identify the vehicle’s location. This allows agencies to monitor schedule and route adherence. GPS uses real time geographical data received from several GPS satellites to calculate longitude, latitude, speed and course to support navigation. GNSS enables vehicle localization and identification of the vehicle’s position on roads.
Ultrasonic Sensors
These sensors send ultrasonic pulses which are reflected by objects or barriers to monitor the vehicle's surroundings and determine distances to obstacles. Ultrasonic sensors support obstacle detection, avoidance, and forms the basis for parking and maneuvering systems.
Odometry Sensors
Odometry sensors complement and improve GPS information.
V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything)
V2X uses information provided by surrounding vehicles and road‐side equipment to establish knowledge about the environment
- Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I): V2I technologies capture vehicle-generated traffic data, wirelessly providing information such as advisories from the infrastructure to the vehicle to inform the vehicle of safety, mobility, or environment-related conditions.
- Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V): V2V communication is the ability to wirelessly exchange information about the speed and position of surrounding vehicles. The goal of the communication is in helping to avoid accidents and incidents, along with easing traffic congestion.
Control System
The control system fuses data from multiple cameras, as well as lidar, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, to accurately assess the entire 360-degree environment around the vehicle to produce a dynamic representation, including both static and dynamic objects.
Why SAV
Safety
SAVs have extensive safety features to protect passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, other road users, and the vehicle itself. With multiple layers of sensors, redundant braking systems, emergency buttons, and other fail-safes, the SAV detects and avoids obstacles to ensure continuous, safe operations.
Passenger Experience
Customer satisfaction relies heavily on a positive passenger experience. Vehicle features
include:
- Effective heating and air conditioning to maintain a comfortable interior environment
- Onboard Wi-Fi and USB chargers for passenger convenience
- Wheelchair ramps for accesibility and ADA compliance
- Automated audio/visual announcements
We also provide Onboard operators who are trained in customer service, passenger assistance, and safe operations techniques to ensure our passengers have a superior ride.
Accessibility
Most SAVs are equipped with access ramps and Braille signage to ensure accessibility for passengers.