# Futuristic Bus Stops The Solar-Powered EyeStop Makes Public Transit Smarter By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-05-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyestop References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/eyestops-futuristic-bus-stops-from-senseable-city-lab-of-mit) & [senseable.mit.edu](http://senseable.mit.edu/eyestop/) The EyeStop concept is more than just a bus stop. The solar-powered panel has a touchscreen and gives passengers information such as schedules and routes. But it doesn’t stop there! With the EyeStop, passengers will be able to surf the Internet, check weather conditions and it can even be used to post announcements and ads to other passengers. **Implications** - Rising gas prices and the increased attention paid to the environment have caused more commuters to ditch their cars in favor of public transportation. Tech-savvy city designers are using this opportunity to devise intelligent Internet-enabled bus stops that will help commuters stay connected while waiting for their bus or subway. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Intelligent Bus Stops:** The development of Internet-enabled bus stops that offer passengers innovative features and services. - **Connected Public Transportation:** The integration of technology and connectivity in public transportation to enhance passengers' experience. - **Smart Commuting:** The utilization of technology to improve the efficiency and convenience of commuting by public transportation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Public Transportation:** The industry can explore adding innovative technological features to modernize its infrastructure and increase ridership. - **Information Technology:** The industry can provide solutions to enhance the connectivity and information-sharing within public transportation systems. - **Advertising and Marketing:** The industry can leverage the use of advanced technology in bus stops to develop targeted advertising opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cooling Bus Shelter Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooling-bus-shelter.md) - [Recycled-Steel Bus Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-bus-station.md) - [Multifunctional Transport Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblic-public.md) - [Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mutated-school-bus.md) - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [Revamped Modern Phone Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-booth-1.md) - [Next-Generation Electric Bus Fleets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yutong-bus.md) - [AI-Powered Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-urban-furniture.md) - [Reconfigurable Travel Pod Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pix-robobus.md)