Synopsis of NREL’s Automated Mobility District (AMD) Research Program and Associated Publications

Summary

The U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is addressing the complexities of transforming the transportation sector with electrification, automation, and on-demand services. Their approach involves the research and development of Automated Mobility Districts (AMDs), which are integrated systems of diverse automated transport services for major activity centers, aiming to reduce reliance on personal vehicles. This program is currently in progress, with NREL having completed three phases of research that provide foundational insights into operational challenges, fleet management, and infrastructure needs for future AMD implementation.

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