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<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tUrban mobility is undergoing an unprecedented transformation thanks to the application of smart technologies.<\/p>\n
One of the most promising innovations is the automation of bus door opening systems through the combined use of artificial vision and artificial intelligence (AI), presented by Masats at Busworld. The management of this data will enable other value-added services in vehicle access in the future.<\/p>\n
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What Does This Technology Consist Of?<\/p>\n
Currently, on most buses, passengers must press a button to request the door to be opened. In the case of people with reduced mobility (PRM), they must also press the button to request the automatic ramp to be opened, or ask the driver to deploy the manual ramp.<\/p>\n
The Masats AIDA system integrates artificial vision cameras and AI algorithms, enabling the system to automatically detect the presence and intention of passengers waiting by the door:<\/p>\n
It identifies when a passenger approaches to get on or off.
\nIt recognises whether the person has reduced mobility: wheelchair users, or visually impaired people.
\nIt commands the door to open and, if necessary, the ramp to deploy automatically and\/or an acoustic warning signal to sound, without the passenger having to take any additional action.
\nIf users are detected when the door is closing, a slow-close function is activated to give people time to move away. No need for sensors to prevent the door from closing.<\/p>\n
Advantages of the System<\/p>\n
Greater universal accessibility: Eliminates barriers for elderly people, people with disabilities, or those who simply have their hands full (trolleys, bags, etc.).
\nConvenience and speed: Speeds up passenger flow in and out, avoiding waiting and the need to find and press a button.
\nImproved safety: Artificial vision systems also allow you to check that there are no obstacles before opening the door or deploying the ramp. The system can alert the vehicle to initiate kneeling if the user requires it, minimising the risk of falls when boarding or alighting from the vehicle.
\nEnergy savings: Efficient automatic opening optimises door opening time and, therefore, energy consumption.
\nLess burden on the driver: Staff do not need to constantly intervene in the manual opening of ramps, allowing them to concentrate on driving and road safety.
\nOperational efficiency: Faster boarding and disembarking reduces stopping time at each station, improving the punctuality of the fleet.
\nInnovative image and social commitment: Transport companies that implement this technology reinforce their role as pioneers in accessibility, inclusion and modernisation of public transport.<\/p>\n
A Step Towards the Mobility of the Future<\/p>\n
The incorporation of artificial vision and artificial intelligence into bus door opening systems is a clear example of how technology can improve the user experience and ensure more inclusive and efficient mobility.<\/p>\n
This solution not only responds to current demands for accessibility and comfort, but also paves the way for the smart and autonomous public transport of the future, fully integrated into the Smart Cities ecosystem.<\/p>\n
You can experience this new technology at the Masats stand in hall 5 at BUSWORLD.<\/p>\n