Detroit ADS: Self-Driving Shuttles

Detroit Autonomous Driving System (ADS) Vehicle Design Wrap Contest

 Unleash Your Creativity and Showcase Detroit's Spirit

Welcome to the Vehicle Artwork Design Challenge! This is a unique opportunity for Detroit-based artists aged 8 and older to showcase their talent and creativity by designing an engaging and vibrant vehicle wrap.

 

Captivating Design Parameters

  • Craft a design that appeals to the general public, capturing the attention and interest of Detroit residents and visitors alike.

Spirit of Detroit

Infuse the design with the essence and energy of Detroit, using bold and dynamic elements representing the city's history, culture, and resilience.

  • Storytelling Element Develop a design that tells a captivating story, possibly a journey through Detroit's past, present, and future, highlighting key landmarks or envisioning the future of transportation.

Connection to Detroit ADS Pilot Program

  • Integrate elements symbolizing or representing autonomous driving systems, showcasing Detroit as a pioneer in advancing transportation.

Color Palette

  • While you are not restricted to the city's color palette, a style guide base palette will be provided (here). Feel free to incorporate your own color choices, ensuring they complement the provided palette.

Existing Vehicle Colors

  • Be mindful of existing colors on May Mobility vehicles. Ensure your design complements rather than clashes with these colors.

Local Artist

  • Priority will be given to Detroit-based artists, capturing the unique flavor of the city.

 Template Provided

  • A design template (here) is provided to assist artists in the design process. Ensure your submission aligns with the provided template to facilitate the application on May Mobility vehicles.

Selection Criteria for Winning Designs

  • Creativity Originality and creativity are key. Surprise us with your unique take on Detroit and the ADS program.
  • Relevance to Detroit The design should resonate with the city's history, culture, and future, creating a connection with the people of Detroit.
  • Storytelling Impact A strong narrative that engages the audience and communicates the essence of Detroit and the ADS pilot program.
  •  Technical Feasibility Consider the practical aspects of vehicle wrap installation. Designs should be visually impactful yet feasible for application.

Submission: Please fill out the submission form to apply . Contest is open from March 4-29th at 5pm ET. 

Selection Process

  • Finalists Announcement Finalists will be notified and announced on April 5.
  • Winner Announcement The winner will be notified and announced on April 5th.

Get ready to unleash your creativity, showcase Detroit's spirit, and be part of shaping the future of transportation with the Detroit ADS Vehicle Design Wrap Contest!

 

Detroit ADS Vehicle Wrap Design Contest
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How Do I Qualify as a Detroit ADS Rider?

Do you meet the following qualifications to take part in the free Detroit ADS shuttle service? Please take a moment to fill out our Expression of Interest Form (EOI) and stay informed on how to become a qualified rider. Scan the QR code below to access the form or click on the link:  https://redcap.link/DetroitShuttleDemo

 

What is an ADS?

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), an Automated Driving System (ADS) is a vehicle capable of driving itself including steering, acceleration, and braking.

See more details about the ADS grant here on the USDOT website!

What is the Detroit ADS project?

An Opportunity for an Innovative Solution

Older People

Older adults and people with disabilities (PwD) in Detroit lack adequate transportation solutions that can increase opportunities, access, and independence.

This potential solution is proudly crafted for Detroiters by Detroiters.

Chris Quote

 

Our project aims to provide an ADS shuttle service for older adults and people with disabilities, helping residents get to critical locations such as doctor's appointments, grocery store, and more.

The following map shows where the pilot shuttle service will be deployed within two concentrated areas, east zone and west zone, in Detroit with the potential to expand after the pilot concludes.

 

Come Join an Online Community to Discuss the Project and Self-Driving Technology!

 

What is a pilot?

ADS Pilot

A pilot is a short-term deployment of a product

to prove viability and help introduce new tools.

These new tools can then be demonstrated at

a controlled scale that is then scaled up for

real-world solutions. 

 

 

Pillars Diagram

 

Safety

 

Our team will demonstrate how an ADS increases safety for pedestrians, passengers, and other vulnerable road users in an urban transportation setting. The video below shows how we are putting the vehicle through rigorous testing before it hits the streets:

 

The Safe AI Framework for Trustworthy Edge Scenario Tests, or SAFE TEST, was developed by the Center for Connected and Automated Transportation (CCAT) to maximize autonomous vehicle testing efficiency while ensuring testing accuracy. In this video, six driving scenarios are presented using virtual vehicles that are fed to the vehicle under test. These scenarios are deployed in a naturalistic and adversarial driving environment (NADE) to execute adversarial maneuvers against the real-world, test vehicle.

Data

Develop public framework that increases availability and usability of ADS data to inform safety analysis and rulemaking

Collaboration

 Increase collaboration amongst government entities, private organizations, and residents by promoting transparent communication, understanding community needs, and providing ADS education opportunities.

Mobility Equity

Increase the mobility of older adults and people with disabilities to provide improved quality of life to City of Detroit residents.

 

 

ADS Timeline

 

 

Team Logos

 

 

 

 

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