AmI main steps
The four main steps of all AmI systems
Sensing
Using infrared sensors mounted on the side of each door, the system is able to update in real time the number of people inside the bus. Moreover AmI Bus can determine through video analysis the less crouded door in order to make it easier for people to get in. It also keeps track of the position of the buses and users using the integrated GPS of smartphones.
Reasoning
According to the data gathered the system will understand when the user needs to take the bus and which is the best combination for him to take in order to arrive on time and in a not too crowded bus. Moreover it will decide using sensors data which door will be used to let passenger get off.
Acting
The system will facilitate the flow of people entering the bus using both speakers and lights inside the bus and at the bus stop to communicate with users which is the less busy door to use to enter the bus or to exit.
Interacting
The user, thanks to a mobile application, can interact with the system setting his preferences for the trip, like for example the preferred bus line, the maximum waiting time, the maximum distance to walk, the support for wheelchair and so on.