Innovative modular mobility made in Germany
IMoGer is a DLR-led research project to develop new mobility solutions for the last mile. For the first time, the project combines public transport and courier, express and parcel (CEP) logistics into an integrated, autonomous transport system. The goal is to organise the growing mobility requirements of passengers and goods more efficiently, reduce traffic congestion and open up opportunities for sustainable and economically viable operating models.
Our U-Shift modular vehicle concept is the beating heart of this project, comprising an autonomous driving platform and interchangeable capsules for transporting passengers or goods. Thanks to this modular architecture, vehicles can flexibly switch between various forms of use – such as carrying passengers, delivering parcels or distributing mobile parcel stations. A networked fleet operation enables demand-driven use of vehicles and efficient planning of routes and transport tasks.
A real-world testing environment is being established in the Schwarzer Berg district of Braunschweig. It is here that, for the first time, we will trial a small fleet of three vehicle systems as a driverless, accessible mobility service in a public space. Technical supervision will ensure safe operation, supported by intelligent transport infrastructure. Local residents and other stakeholders are involved early on in the development and assessment of the system.
IMoGer is a great example of our approach to developing technological components and integrated system solutions for future mobility and testing them in real-world settings together with collaborators from industry, logistics and mobility. This creates solutions that can be developed further by operators and industry stakeholders and put to use in concrete operating processes.
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German Aerospace Center (DLR)
Institute of Transportation Systems
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