Japan's first "5G x stereophonic entertainment autonomous driving EV bus running on public roads" joint demonstration experiment conducted

Macnica (hereinafter referred to as Macnica) and the MM Smart Solution Consortium Executive Committee (hereinafter referred to as MM Consortium), in cooperation with NTT Communications Corporation Corporation (hereinafter referred to as NTT Com), will develop Japan's first ``5G x stereophonic entertainment autonomous driving EV''. We will carry out a joint demonstration experiment (hereinafter referred to as “this demonstration experiment”) for “Bus Driving on Public Roads”.

1. background
In order to turn the Minato Mirai 21 district into a futuristic city where trials of cutting-edge technology are carried out every day, the MM Consortium is conducting activities such as supporting demonstration experiments in conjunction with the Yokohama Mirai Organization, a collaboration platform for the creation of innovation between industry, academia, and the public. I am. This demonstration experiment will be carried out as a project selected by the MM Consortium's "MM Smart Solution Program ^{* 1}" as a demonstration experiment with an eye toward the implementation of autonomous driving linked to 5G communication in the Minato Mirai 21 area.

2. Overview of this demonstration experiment
(1)Schedule
Saturday, February 3, 2024, Sunday, February 4, 2024
*This event will be held as part of "YOXO FESTIVAL 2024 - Future Experience in Yokohama" which will be held during the same period.
(2)Contents
autonomous driving EV bus “ARMA” ^*2 public road driving
In the future, DATTARUJIN LLC (Location: Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Representative: Akira Yamamoto) is exploring the possibility of an entertainment bus that can enjoy various contents while autonomous driving in Yokohama City and Minato Mirai. Japan's first autonomous driving entertainment EV bus will be driven on public roads using the provided entertainment content "M↔️M Sound Entertainment Tour." For details regarding this content, please refer to the press release below.
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000111588.html
Macnica remote operation management system “everfleet” ^*3 Remote monitoring of autonomous driving EV buses using
A remote monitoring display for autonomous driving EV buses will be installed at Macnica booth in Yokohama Hammerhead to inform visitors of the operating status of autonomous driving EV buses. A remote operation management system is a necessary platform to aim for unmanned operation of autonomous driving EV buses. In particular, video transmission using cameras plays an important role, and NTT Com's "network customization" ^*Four We will conduct a video quality verification using the 5G communication network.
(3) Driving route
The bus stops at ``World Porters,'' the bus stop for the sightseeing spot tour bus ``Akaikuku,'' and travels around the Shinko area in about 20 minutes. (Driving route: approx. 1.4km)

Driving course (planned) ^{* 5}

(4) Service schedule
10:00-16:30 (advance application required)

3. Role of each company
Macnica will prepare autonomous driving EV bus "ARMA", design and prepare the autonomous driving program for the autonomous driving EV bus, link the operator, tuning and remote monitoring system to the vehicle, and construct the system.
The MM Consortium will conduct public recruitment for demonstration solution projects and coordinate related parties.
Additionally, NTT Com will build a 5G environment within the same area.

Four. way to participate　　
・Advance application required (participation fee free): Capacity 150 people
・For application details, please apply from the reservation page below.
Reservation page URL: https://t.livepocket.jp/e/mm_set　
*Due to limited capacity, if there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. Please note

Five. the next deployment
Starting from last year's demonstration experiment on private land, we will now proceed with the implementation of autonomous driving EV buses in stages, linking this to demonstration experiments on public roads in the same area. Through this public road demonstration experiment, we will work to support innovation in a wide variety of industries and create a business ecosystem that leverages the town's potential, by taking into account not only technical issues but also business model verification. We will continue to develop advanced urban development.

*1: This program is a subsidy system for organizations and corporations that carry out creative and voluntary activities such as creating bustle, business opportunities, and building a safe and secure town in order to improve the attractiveness of the Minato Mirai 21 district. This project is being carried out using the Minato Mirai 21 Town Development Trust.

*2: A self-autonomous driving EV bus equipped with an autonomous driving system and without a steering wheel, accelerator, or brake. It is an EV (electric vehicle) model and can run automatically for about 9 hours (100 km) on a single charge.

Total length: 4,750mm, total height: 2,650mm, total width: 2,110mm, weight: 2,400kg (total weight: 3,450kg)
Number of passengers: up to 7 people
Power source: EV electric motor
Maximum speed: 19km/h (average speed during operation is about 15km/h)
Other: In the event of an emergency, the passenger driver will intervene manually

*3: In order to put autonomous driving into practical use, it is necessary to remotely monitor the passengers inside the vehicle and the situation around the vehicle. everfleet integrates and centrally visualizes vehicle data such as vehicle speed, steering, and remaining battery power in addition to mobility location information and camera images inside and outside the vehicle, and external data that is coordinated with traffic infrastructure such as traffic lights. It is also possible to collaborate with This makes it possible to grasp the operation status from a remote location in real time and operate autonomous driving mobility safely and securely. Furthermore, the system can simultaneously manage a wide variety of mobility vehicles in multiple regions and automatically detect and notify abnormalities during operation, allowing a single remote operator to efficiently manage the operation of autonomous driving mobility vehicles. By doing so, we can realize labor savings in operations and contribute to improving transportation profitability.

*4: Comprehensive network consulting service that supports communication networks such as NTT Docomo 5G and local 5G, from area surveys to construction design and implementation support, according to customer needs, and provides multiple network solutions. It consists of

*5: Source: Created from the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan website
https://maps.gsi.go.jp/#17/35.453443/139.640093/&base=std&ls=std&disp=1&vs=c1g1j0h0k0l0u0t0z0r0s0m0f0

*Information (including product prices, specifications, etc.) in the news release is current as of the date of the announcement. Please note that it is subject to change without notice.

[Inquiries regarding this demonstration experiment, products and services]
Macnica Mobility Solutions Division
TEL: 045-470-9118
MAIL: auto-solution@macnica.co.jp

MM Smart Solution Consortium Executive Committee Yanagisawa
MAIL: innovation@ymm21.or.jp