World First: Neuron introduces a full fleet of AI-powered cameras to Melbourne
Melbourne will be the world‘s first major international city to roll out e-scooters with front-facing AI-powered cameras at scale
Melbourne, AUS / 11 July 2024 / Neuron Mobility -- Over the coming months, we have committed to launching our ‘ScootSafe Vision’ system across our entire 1,250-strong fleet in Melbourne. Every Neuron e-scooter will be equipped with a front-facing camera that uses advanced AI computer vision technology to detect and correct footpath riding. It will also be used to identify and warn riders of pedestrians in their path, and collect valuable data on road surfaces.
The system, which was developed in-house, detects whether an e-scooter is on the footpath in under a second. Offending riders receive a real-time audio alert telling them, “Footpath riding detected; please ride on the road,” as well as follow-up warnings and educational material. Repeat offenders can also be suspended after their trip. ‘ScootSafe Vision’ can also be configured to reduce the e-scooter’s speed, effectively forcing riders to leave the footpath.
To further increase safety, the system also alerts riders to pedestrians in their path using the e-scooter’s voice guidance, instructing them to “Watch out for pedestrians and slow down.” Looking into the future, it will also be collecting data on uneven road surfaces, including potholes. This could help map potentially hazardous areas and set speed limits throughout the riding area, while also providing councils with useful information for urban planning.
Our ‘ScootSafe Vision’ system has been tested in Melbourne over the past six months, covering over 30,000 kilometres to train the technology to recognise the city’s streets and footpaths.
Melbourne is a great city and we are delighted to invest in world-class technology to integrate our e-scooters in the best possible way.
