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Autonomous Public

Designers are debuting autonomous technology to enhance city infrastructure

Trend - More companies are paying attention to the implications that autonomous technology can have when implemented outside the automobile industry. Permeating different aspects of city infrastructure, self-directed designs introduce greater accessibility and order to public spaces.

Insight - A higher quality of life is a continuous expectation of consumers in metropolitan cities and since many individuals recognize the benefits of digital tech and the Internet of Things, citizens demand the implementation of smart technology as a means of alleviating everyday stress. This comes as consumers are more cognizant of the need for accessibility for those with mobility issues, as well as a desire for convenience amid a busy day.
Workshop Question - How might your brand utilize autonomous technology?
Trend Themes
1. Autonomous City Infrastructure - The use of autonomous technology is expanding beyond the automobile industry to improve different aspects of city infrastructure.
2. Accessibility and Convenience - Consumers demand smart technology that provides accessibility for those with mobility issues, as well as convenience amid a busy day.
3. Post-covid Era Solutions - The COVID-19 pandemic has expedited the use of technology to offer services that support mobility while maintaining social distancing, leading to potential opportunities in various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Smart City Solutions - Companies can explore the implementation of autonomous technology to enhance city infrastructure and provide accessibility and convenience to citizens.
2. Automated Snow Removal - Businesses seeking to streamline snow removal can benefit from the use of self-driving snow removal robots like the SnowBot PRO.
3. Amusement Park and Playground - The autonomous mobile playground concept by Nendo and DeNA offers an innovative solution to outdoor playtime, providing opportunities for the amusement park and playground industry.
4. Airport and Travel - Autonomous drive systems like WHILL's can transform the airport industry by providing assistance to passengers with reduced mobility, with further potential in the travel industry.
5. Green and Sustainable Solutions - The Trombia Free autonomous street sweeper offers an energy-efficient and cost-effective solution to keep roadways clear, presenting opportunities in the sustainable technology industry.
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Self-Driving Mobile Playgrounds
Self-Driving Mobile Playgrounds
Nendo Introduces an Interesting Use for Autonomous Vehicles
Nendo has proposed an autonomous mobile playground concept that is geared to take outdoor playtime to the next level with artificial intelligence. The innovative idea is dubbed ‘Coen Car’... MORE
Autonomous Boat Bridges
Autonomous Boat Bridges
Carlo Ratti's Dynamic Bridge is Made Up of Circling Autonomous Boats
“A tricky patch of Amsterdam’s waterway,” has been tackled with the implementation of a dynamic network of autonomous boats. The project was headed by Carlo Ratti and his team at... MORE
Self-Driving Snow Removal Robots
Self-Driving Snow Removal Robots
The SnowBot PRO Promises Advanced Winter Maintenance Capabilities
Clearing snow often takes extended periods and can be backbreaking, so the SnowBot PRO has been developed by Left Hand Robotics to help bring an automated experience to the process. Connecting to... MORE
play_circle_filled Autonomous Airport Navigation
Autonomous Airport Navigation
WHILL's Autonomous Drive System Will Be Added to Haneda Airport
Haneda Airport, located in Tokyo, will begin to use the WHILL Autonomous Drive System in order to help passengers with reduced mobility travel around the airport. However, the Autonomous Drive... MORE
play_circle_filled Eco-Friendly Autonomous Street Sweepers
Eco-Friendly Autonomous Street Sweepers
The Trombia Free is Efficient and Cost-Effective
The Trombia Free autonomous street sweeper is an advanced solution for modern cities that would act as a far more efficient way to keep roadways clear of dust, dirt and debris. The street sweeper is... MORE

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