IN2CCAM’s first Awareness took place last 12 June in Tampere, Finland. This event served as an opportunity to connect with stakeholders and project partners and present the project’s progress, technologies, and anticipated outcomes.
An immersive experience
The event commenced at the VTT Office, with presentations by Living Lab partners VTT and Business Tampere. The City of Tampere provided an overview of the city’s commitment towards smart and sustainable mobility with initiatives like commitment is exemplified by initiatives like “Carbon Neutral Tampere 2030” and “Data-Driven City for Citizens,” solidifying its position at the forefront of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS).
This event transcended the traditional lecture format, offering an engaging experience. Attendees had the opportunity to participate in demonstrations of these cutting-edge mobility solutions, gaining firsthand insight into these innovations.
Following the welcome, the event moved to the VTT Laboratories for a deeper dive. Guests could explore closer the CCAM innovations deployed and tested in the Living Lab, focusing on three key scenarios:
- GLOSA technology: This technology empowers autonomous vehicles (AVs) with real-time traffic light data, enabling them to optimize speed and ensure smooth traffic flow.
- Tram-AV interaction: This scenario showcased how AV shuttles receive tram location data to avoid obstructing these critical public transport systems.
- Enhanced road safety: Witnessing how AVs leverage sensors to detect hazards and communicate them to other vehicles and transportation management systems.
The program included a visit to the VTT Remote Operation Centre (ROC) where attendees witnessed firsthand a digital twin used to monitor the AV fleet. Participants took a ride on the Auve Tech AUNE autonomous shuttle.