{"653097":{"#nid":"653097","#data":{"type":"news","title":"CDAIT IoT Sensor 11.22.2021","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMicromobility and IoT\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAngelina Kim, The Center for the Development and Application of the Internet of Things (CDAIT)\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Micromobility, the use of bicycles, e-scooters, mopeds, e-bikes and other smaller transportation vehicles, has \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/industries\/automotive-and-assembly\/our-insights\/the-future-of-micromobility-ridership-and-revenue-after-a-crisis\u0022\u003Ebloomed\u003C\/a\u003E in the past five years\u0026nbsp;and despite a decrease in ridership due to COVID19, the industry is expected to make a full recovery and grow even more. It is almost impossible to venture out into urban environments and not encounter people using e-scooters or electric bikes or see e-scooters perched on the sidewalk in a row until someone uses them. Aside from individual ownership, shared micromobility services, supported by transportation companies such as Uber, Lime, Byrd, and Lyft, make micromobility vehicles accessible to all with a phone and use of QR code. As with many other industries, the Internet of Things is able to transform this sphere. A report by \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.ericsson.com\/en\/internet-of-things\/reports\/connected-micromobility\u0022\u003EEricsson\u003C\/a\u003E predicts that the micro-mobility market could be worth \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mobileeurope.co.uk\/press-wire\/16251-micro-mobility-could-be-12-billion-iot-opportunity-by-2027-ericsson-report\u0022\u003E12 billion by $202\u003C\/a\u003E7 compared to its current valuation at $3.5 billion. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.bicycleretailer.com\/opinion-analysis\/2020\/06\/14\/vosper-e-bike-brand-map-shifting\u0022\u003Edemand\u003C\/a\u003E for bikes in the United States is also on the rise.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDynamic Pricing and Reduction in Emissions\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Use of \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/enterpriseiotinsights.com\/20211108\/channels\/news\/cellular-iot-to-drive-growth-and-gains-in-electric-bikes-and-scooters-says-ericsson\u0022\u003EIoT\u003C\/a\u003E can inform the micromobility providers of peak use times, both in terms of location and exact times. This allows them to adjust pricing based on the information gathered and also manage their fleet of transportation vehicles. For example, if a certain area is identified as attracting heavy traffic, then more e-scooters could be dropped off in that location. Use of these vehicles during peak times also allows for\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/enterpriseiotinsights.com\/20211108\/channels\/news\/cellular-iot-to-drive-growth-and-gains-in-electric-bikes-and-scooters-says-ericsson\u0022\u003E emissions reductions \u003C\/a\u003Ethrough avoidance of use of traditional transportation such as cars. Such reduction can be extremely beneficial for cities that struggle with congestion and localized air pollution.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFleet Management\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;The Internet of Things can also aid in allowing other types of companies to manage the entirety of their transportation vehicles or their \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/blog.onomondo.com\/remove-micro-mobility-challenges-with-iot-connectivity\u0022\u003Efleet\u003C\/a\u003E. This can be done through GPS sensors, motion sensors, and condition sensors that measure and transmit data such as battery life, wear and tear on vehicles and impending system malfunction. Companies can know ahead of time when a vehicle is not working as it should and can order maintenance before the vehicle shuts down completely or mid-service with a customer. In addition, if a vehicle ends up lost, then IoT devices could aid in locating the vehicle.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEnforcement\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; When it comes to micromobility, regulatory enforcement comes in many forms. Micromobility vehicles are subject to local laws about transportation.\u0026nbsp;One of the major forms is compliance with local ordinances. Each locality may have its different variation of laws as it relates to specific types of vehicle. For example, the city of Atlanta banned e-scooter use at night following safety concerns, and others have also prevented \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.ajc.com\/news\/local-govt--politics\/atl-officials-nighttime-ban-rented-scooters-only-temporary\/TNwU1xjw2RaWx2oYiqV2QI\/\u0022\u003Euse\u003C\/a\u003E on sidewalks. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shared-micromobility.com\/how-iot-tech-can-help-save-the-fledgling-scooter-sharing-industry\/\u0022\u003EIoT devices \u003C\/a\u003Ecan help manage this through the use of OTA firmware that remotely updates code to fit alongside city regulations, or applicable state and federal regulation. I\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mobisoftinfotech.com\/resources\/blog\/iot-in-micro-mobility-industry\/\u0022\u003EoT devices and sensors\u003C\/a\u003E can also be used in theft detection and management. The sensor can notice irregular movements such as being put into a car and moved at the car\u0026rsquo;s speed and can trigger an emergency response such as a large noise. Yet another way is to detect power sources and trigger a response if one of the components of the scooter is stolen.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFuture Directions\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; An \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.ericsson.com\/en\/news\/2021\/11\/how-to-maximize-iot-to-advance-the-micromobility-market\u0022\u003EEricsson report\u003C\/a\u003E from earlier this year projected growth for IoT in micromobility markets and potential use applications. The data collected from the micromobility IoT could be shared with city officials and leaders. This collaboration could improve public spaces through changes in city planning efforts like transportation investments. IoT in \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.ericsson.com\/4aadf6\/assets\/local\/internet-of-things\/docs\/10272021-ericsson-connected-micromobility.pdf\u0022\u003Emicromobility\u003C\/a\u003E could aid prolonging the lifespan of e-scooters, increase cost-effectiveness, and increase the accuracy of dynamic pricing with results in financial gain for micromobility operators. IoT is an important component of the current micromobility market and will continue to add to the benefits of micromobility.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFor Further Reading:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nFuture of Micromobility Ridership and Revenue after a Crisis\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/industries\/automotive-and-assembly\/our-insights\/the-future-of-micromobility-ridership-and-revenue-after-a-crisis\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/industries\/automotive-and-assembly\/our-insights\/the-future-of-micromobility-ridership-and-revenue-after-a-crisis\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDefining Micromobility\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.itdp.org\/multimedia\/defining-micromobility\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.itdp.org\/multimedia\/defining-micromobility\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMicromobility: Here to Stay\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.iottechtrends.com\/micromobility-here-to-stay\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.iottechtrends.com\/micromobility-here-to-stay\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECellular IoT to Drive Growth and Gains in Electric Bikes and Scooters\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/enterpriseiotinsights.com\/20211108\/channels\/news\/cellular-iot-to-drive-growth-and-gains-in-electric-bikes-and-scooters-says-ericsson\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/enterpriseiotinsights.com\/20211108\/channels\/news\/cellular-iot-to-drive-growth-and-gains-in-electric-bikes-and-scooters-says-ericsson\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAccelerating the Future of Transportation\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.ericsson.com\/en\/internet-of-things\/reports\/connected-micromobility\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.ericsson.com\/en\/internet-of-things\/reports\/connected-micromobility\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMicro-mobility could be \u0026euro;12 billion IoT opportunity by 2027\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mobileeurope.co.uk\/press-wire\/16251-micro-mobility-could-be-12-billion-iot-opportunity-by-2027-ericsson-report\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/mobileeurope.co.uk\/press-wire\/16251-micro-mobility-could-be-12-billion-iot-opportunity-by-2027-ericsson-report\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHow IoT Tech Can Help Save the Fledgling Scooter Sharing Industry\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/shared-micromobility.com\/how-iot-tech-can-help-save-the-fledgling-scooter-sharing-industry\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/shared-micromobility.com\/how-iot-tech-can-help-save-the-fledgling-scooter-sharing-industry\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIoT on wheels: Micromobility\u0026#39;s connected two-wheelers\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.u-blox.com\/en\/blogs\/insights\/iot-wheels-micromobilitys-connected-two-wheelers\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.u-blox.com\/en\/blogs\/insights\/iot-wheels-micromobilitys-connected-two-wheelers\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EImproving the economics of micro-mobility with better connectivity\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/blog.onomondo.com\/remove-micro-mobility-challenges-with-iot-connectivity\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/blog.onomondo.com\/remove-micro-mobility-challenges-with-iot-connectivity\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHow IoT Helps Overcoming Challenges Faced By Micro-Mobility Industry\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mobisoftinfotech.com\/resources\/blog\/iot-in-micro-mobility-industry\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/mobisoftinfotech.com\/resources\/blog\/iot-in-micro-mobility-industry\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Micromobility Revolution: How Bikes And Scooters Are Shaking Up Urban Transport Worldwide\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.cbinsights.com\/research\/report\/micromobility-revolution\/\u0022\u003Ehttps:\/\/www.cbinsights.com\/research\/report\/micromobility-revolution\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Micromobility, the use of bicycles, e-scooters, mopeds, e-bikes and other smaller transportation vehicles, has \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/industries\/automotive-and-assembly\/our-insights\/the-future-of-micromobility-ridership-and-revenue-after-a-crisis\u0022\u003Ebloomed\u003C\/a\u003E in the past five years\u0026nbsp;and despite a decrease in ridership due to COVID19, the industry is expected to make a full recovery and grow even more. It is almost impossible to venture out into urban environments and not encounter people using e-scooters or electric bikes or see e-scooters perched on the sidewalk in a row until someone uses them. Aside from individual ownership, shared micromobility services, supported by transportation companies such as Uber, Lime, Byrd, and Lyft, make micromobility vehicles accessible to all with a phone and use of QR code. As with many other industries, the Internet of Things is able to transform this sphere. A report by \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.ericsson.com\/en\/internet-of-things\/reports\/connected-micromobility\u0022\u003EEricsson\u003C\/a\u003E predicts that the micro-mobility market could be worth \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/mobileeurope.co.uk\/press-wire\/16251-micro-mobility-could-be-12-billion-iot-opportunity-by-2027-ericsson-report\u0022\u003E12 billion by $202\u003C\/a\u003E7 compared to its current valuation at $3.5 billion. The \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.bicycleretailer.com\/opinion-analysis\/2020\/06\/14\/vosper-e-bike-brand-map-shifting\u0022\u003Edemand\u003C\/a\u003E for bikes in the United States is also on the rise\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n\u003C\/div\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Micromobility and IoT"}],"uid":"36050","created_gmt":"2021-11-23 00:05:37","changed_gmt":"2021-11-23 00:06:21","author":"hkim940","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2021-11-22T00:00:00-05:00","iso_date":"2021-11-22T00:00:00-05:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"groups":[{"id":"651193","name":"Blog - Center for the Development and Application of Internet of Things Technologies (CDAIT) "}],"categories":[],"keywords":[],"core_research_areas":[{"id":"39501","name":"People and Technology"}],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}}}