Discover What's Moving in the World of Mobility
Get a sneak peek into the latest developments in the world of mobility with our Mobility Roundups. From Waymo's self-driving taxis in LA to an EV battery recycling breakthrough and Nissan's mood-detecting concept car, there's plenty to explore in the world of mobility. Here's what's making headlines.
Waymo Launches Self-Driving Taxi Service to the Public in Los Angeles
Waymo, a leading self-driving car company, has initiated its Waymo One robotaxi service in Los Angeles. The service is available to the public, and interested individuals can obtain an activation code for a free week of rides either at in-person events or by signing up online.
In November, Waymo One will expand to various Los Angeles neighborhoods. Autonomous vehicle enthusiasts have eagerly embraced this futuristic mode of transportation, emphasizing its role in shaping the future of automotive technology. Waymo, backed by Alphabet, Google's parent company, has been actively testing and mapping Los Angeles for self-driving cars.
Chalmers University Researchers Develop Efficient Electric Car Battery Recycling Method
Swedish researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have unveiled an innovative electric car battery recycling method, claiming a significant breakthrough. This method allows the recovery of 100% of aluminium and 98% of lithium from electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
Unlike traditional recycling processes, their approach is more efficient and does not involve expensive or harmful chemicals. The key to their success lies in reversing the typical order of the recycling process. By recovering lithium and aluminium first, they minimize the loss of valuable materials like nickel, cobalt, and manganese, making the entire process more sustainable.
This development is especially important for the EV industry, as it tackles the challenge of separating lithium from aluminium without losing other essential metals found in batteries.
The researchers use a unique process, dissolving finely ground battery cells and their contents in an environmentally friendly substance called oxalic acid. This solution is then separated using a specialized machine, leaving aluminium and lithium dissolved while other metals remain as solids. The recovered lithium can be used to produce new batteries.
Nissan Unveils Hyper Tourer: Self-Driving Electric Concept Car with AI Mood Detection
Nissan has introduced the Nissan Hyper Tourer, a self-driving electric concept vehicle that incorporates Artificial Intelligence (AI) to detect passengers' moods. This innovative concept, part of a series of electric show cars, is set to debut at the 2023 Tokyo motor show, now known as the Japan Mobility Show.
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What sets the Hyper Tourer apart is its physical presence at the event, unlike the previously announced Hyper Adventure concept, which will be displayed digitally. The Hyper Tourer features a unique battery pack arrangement to optimize interior space and driving dynamics while boasting autonomous driving capabilities. Passengers can interact with the vehicle's systems using a wearable display, and AI monitors biometrics to customize the experience. The concept utilizes Nissan's e-4orce all-wheel-drive system and incorporates V2X communication for seamless interaction with other vehicles and devices, improving overall connectivity.
Stella Terra: Solar-Powered Car Conquers 1,000km Test Drive Across Morocco & the Sahara Desert
A solar-powered car called Stella Terra, designed by developers from Eindhoven University, has successfully completed a 1,000km test drive across Morocco and the Sahara Desert.
The vehicle's impressive performance exceeded expectations, achieving a range of 550km on a single charge. Stella Terra uses solar panels on the roof to collect energy, boasts a top speed of 145km/h (90mph), and has a weight of 1.2 tonnes. It can travel up to 710km on a sunny day and about 550km off-road. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery is also integrated to support operation in less sunny conditions.
Despite facing challenges, like a steering system failure, the journey demonstrated the car's durability and efficiency in harnessing solar power for off-road adventures.
Rivian's Latest Software Update Enhances User Experience and Towing Capabilities
Rivian, the electric vehicle manufacturer, is introducing a software update (version 2023.38.0) to improve the user experience and towing capabilities of its R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV.
The update encompasses changes to the Drive Mode app, enhancing accessibility for features like ride height and regen modes. It introduces a real-time metrics screen that provides data on motor temperatures, battery temperature, tire pressure, trip information, and elevation.
For off-road driving, pitch and roll gauges assist in navigating challenging terrains. Additionally, the update streamlines towing with a Trailers tab allowing users to save up to three trailer profiles, estimate weight, and track trip data. It provides more precise estimates for battery range while towing. R1T drivers can also access the rear truck bed camera via the camera app, facilitating improved trailer monitoring. These enhancements collectively aim to offer a smoother driving and towing experience for Rivian vehicle owners.
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1 年Autonomous taxi service launch in LA lead to a question, how it would be possible to have it in a bumper to bumper drive in any major city of India. Second is even the hypothetical launch might be tough. Never heard till date of any case study of launch in an Indian city. Or is it my ignorance? Loved the update on AI detecting passenger moods. Yet too far fetched, first entry of autonomous driving needs to be feasible in India. Let the experimental rides on lesser crowded campuses start first, then only we will be happy to detect the moods of the passengers.