AI Unveils the Next Generation of Parking Experience! Maximizing Convenience and Operational Efficiency with AIoT Cameras
October 31, 2024, 16:08 JST
UrbanChain Group Co., Ltd. (UCG KK) is pleased to announce the commencement of a proof-of-concept trial for its fourth AI-powered cashless parking lot in Japan, starting from October 30, 2024, in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo. This innovative system automates parking management and payment solely through AIoT cameras, enhancing user convenience and operational efficiency.
1. Service Details and Operational Objectives
Company Information
UrbanChain Group Co., Ltd. is a parking technology company that develops and provides solutions enabling automated parking payments using image recognition technology via its proprietary AIoT platform. Currently deployed in over 50 locations primarily in Hong Kong, UCG envisions parking lots as future mobility hubs and aims to contribute to the transformation of sustainable urban mobility starting from parking facilities.
Main Services
1) AI Camera for Automated Vehicle Recognition
The UCTECH AI cameras achieve a license plate recognition rate of 99.3% on average in Japan. Beyond license plates, they recognize vehicle color, type, and make. A single camera can monitor a few parking spaces, and with motorized lenses featuring auto-zoom and focus functions, they track vehicle movements to further enhance recognition accuracy. When integrated with gated parking systems, the system can automatically open and close gates for app-registered or tenant vehicles. Registered users can also benefit from automatic payments by registering their payment methods.
2) Driver's Web App UrbanPass
Through our dedicated web application, drivers can register their vehicle number plates and payment methods, allowing them to enter and exit parking facilities without stopping at gates—similar to an electronic toll collection system. By scanning receipts from commercial facilities within the app, users can automatically apply parking fee exemptions and discounts.
3) Operator Admin Portal UrbanPortal
Operators can remotely monitor, manage, and analyze parking lots via UrbanPortal. By analyzing user behavior and enabling collaborative promotions with nearby commercial facilities, we assist in generating higher profits from parking lots. Based on data from AI cameras, the system can detect unauthorized parking and automatically send notifications.
Objectives
In operating this parking lot, we aim to achieve the following goals, realizing "a new way of utilizing parking lots" and "enhanced operational efficiency":
Profit Generation
Introduction of Latest Technology:
Implement real-time parking space management using AI and an automated payment system utilizing IoT to achieve efficient operations.
Pursuit of High Profitability:
Maximize the utilization of parking spaces, improve occupancy rates, and ensure user satisfaction to build a sustainable high-profit model.
Community Collaboration
Local Partnerships:
Collaborate with local retailers to deploy parking lot advertising, contributing to the revitalization of the local economy.
Installation of EV Charging Stations:
Provide environmentally friendly EV charging facilities to enhance customer convenience.
Utilization of Surplus Space:
Introduce vending machines and smart lockers to offer diverse services to parking lot users.
Function as a Showcase:
Serve as a venue for tours and demonstrations for parking lot operators, becoming a significant case study for future smart parking implementations.
Operational Site Details
Location
1-12-16 Higashi-Komatsugawa, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
Date
October 30, 2024
Cashless Payment Using AI Cameras:
Automate payments through AI-driven license plate recognition.
Fully Automatic Payment for Registered Users:
From the second use onward, registered users can enjoy automatic payments without any additional actions.
Provision of Value-Added Services:
Install EV chargers and smart lockers to enhance user experience.
Payment Overview
Scan & Pay
1. AI cameras installed in the parking lot capture information of incoming vehicles.
2. The system calculates the parking fee based on the vehicle's stay duration.
3. Upon exiting, drivers scan the QR code displayed in the parking lot using their smartphones.
4. Enter the numeric portion (1 to 4 digits) of the vehicle's license plate.
5. After entering payment information, the payment is completed.
6. Once payment information is registered, automatic payments are enabled from the second use onward.
Multi-Payment Kiosk
1. Press "ENT" on the keypad of the payment machine.
2. The system calculates the parking fee based on the vehicle's stay duration. Enter the numeric portion (1 to 4 digits) of the vehicle's license plate.
3. Confirm the parking fee displayed on the kiosk screen.
4. Make payment using a contactless-enabled credit or debit card.
UrbanChain Group is committed to revolutionizing the parking experience through cutting-edge technology and looks forward to contributing to a more efficient and sustainable urban mobility landscape.
For inquiries regarding this press release:
UrbanChain Group Co., Ltd.
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