Mygistics Inc. — Department of Transportation SBIR Phase I: 102FH3

Description

<p>The scope of this research initiative addresses what is best practice for delivering mobile applications while ensuring a safe, consistent experience given the differing communications standards, operating systems and hardware limitations of existing and prospective personal communications devices.&nbsp; It is assumed the scope of this initiative is limited to exploration of applications for consumer devices only, not on-board OEM equipment/applications that may use a passenger's personal communications device to provide network connectivity.&nbsp; However, the ability of a personal device to communicate with their vehicle to gather information pertinent to their travel or provide feedback will be explored.&nbsp; A series of interviews will be conducted offering multiple points of view on the capabilities of mobile devices and software, both current and projected.&nbsp; We will identify the top four mobile application platforms, develop a map of the hardware and software capabilities of each of the leading mobile devices, and classify the capabilities as they relate to IntelliDrive.&nbsp; Finally, based on the research above, develop a map to project where the top mobile platforms may be heading as it related to the mission of the IntelliDrive program.</p>