Airbus introduces concept for ground and air transport system that is self-piloted and electric, designed to reduce traffic congestion

Briefing

Airbus introduces concept for ground and air transport system that is self-piloted and electric, designed to reduce traffic congestion

March 30, 2017

Briefing

  • Ground and Air Passenger Vehicle – Airbus and Italdesign introduced Pop Up, new concept for autonomous vehicles that can switch between ground and air-based systems, at 2017 Geneva Motor Show
  • Modular Design – Consists of capsule containing passengers and attachable modules that turn vehicle into car or air transport system, with possibility of connecting capsule to public transport systems such as trains or Hyperloop
  • Autonomous and Electric – Flies autonomously using electric power, releasing zero emissions
  • Artificial Intelligence – Equipped with artificial intelligence to learn about user preferences and offer passengers multiple transport options based on timing, traffic conditions, costs, and ridesharing demands
  • Mobile Enabled and Virtual – Passengers can book trips via mobile app and experience fully virtual environment while inside vehicle
  • Reduce Traffic Congestion – Designed to reduce traffic congestion in crowded urban areas

Accelerator

Business Model and Practices

Business Model
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Sector

Transportation and Logistics

Organization

Airbus Group, Italdesign Giugiaro S.p.A.

Source

Original Publication Date

March 7, 2017

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