A Collaboration with Marshalls and Milton Keynes Centre for Integrated Living
Introduction
Join us in celebrating a significant milestone in public transport accessibility! We recently partnered with Marshalls and the Milton Keynes Centre for Integrated Living to conduct a pivotal photoshoot and AI technology data collection aimed at improving the use of London buses for all. This event focused on collecting data for innovative AI solutions that prioritise wheelchair users in the allocation of wheelchair bays and aid in journey planning by accurately detecting prams and guide dogs.
Event Overview and Technology Demonstration
The event was graciously hosted at the Marshalls bus depot, providing a real-world environment to demonstrate the AI technology’s capabilities. Our data collection efforts were directed at ensuring that wheelchair users receive priority in wheelchair bays, crucial for enhancing their travel experience on London buses.
AI Detection Capabilities
During the event, we focused on collecting data for several key functionalities of our AI technology:
Event Overview and Technology Demonstration
The event was graciously hosted at the Marshalls bus depot, providing a real-world environment to demonstrate the AI technology’s capabilities. Our data collection efforts were directed at ensuring that wheelchair users receive priority in wheelchair bays, crucial for enhancing their travel experience on London buses.
AI Detection Capabilities
During the event, we focused on collecting data for several key functionalities of our AI technology:
- Wheelchair Detection: Our AI technology was enhanced to effectively determine the occupancy status of wheelchair bays, ensuring that wheelchair users have priority access.
- Pram Detection: Data was collected to refine the AI’s ability to detect prams, supporting parents and guardians by informing them when the designated areas are full.
- Guide Dog Detection: Data was also gathered to enhance the AI’s ability to recognise guide dogs, supporting visually impaired passengers and ensuring they receive the necessary accommodations.
- Marshalls: We are deeply thankful to Marshalls for providing the bus and allowing us the use of their bus depot for this crucial data collection.
- Lisa & Jo from the Milton Keynes Centre for Integrated Living: Special thanks to Lisa and Jo, whose volunteer efforts were instrumental in the success of this day. Their dedication and enthusiasm helped ensure everything ran smoothly.