Complete Streets AI Initiative: Generating, Integrating, and Activating Data for Mobility
ID: 24.2-CSAI-1Type: Phase I
Overview

Topic

Complete Streets AI Initiative: Generating, Integrating, and Activating Data for Mobility

Agency

Department of TransportationN/A

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase IYear: 2024

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/node/2515423

Additional Information

https://www.volpe.dot.gov/work-with-us/small-business-innovation-research
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    Description

    The Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for the Complete Streets AI Initiative: Generating, Integrating, and Activating Data for Mobility. This Phase I SBIR solicitation aims to support research in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) for improving mobility and transportation. The focus is on developing innovative solutions that generate, integrate, and activate data to enhance the safety, efficiency, and accessibility of transportation systems. The technology or research should have applications in creating complete streets that accommodate all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit users. The project duration is not specified, but the application due date is May 10, 2024. Funding specifics can be found on the solicitation agency's website. For more information and to submit a proposal, visit the SBIR topic link provided.

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