GO

Introducing "GO," an innovative urban transportation concept that goes beyond the typical e-scooter. "GO" envisions a city-wide public transport system utilizing foldable scooters, designed for self-sustainability and ultimate convenience. Perfect for short-distance commutes on dry days, "GO" offers a seamless and eco-friendly alternative to traditional transport. With an emphasis on accessibility and efficiency, "GO" aims to transform urban mobility, making it easier and more enjoyable for everyone to navigate the city.

Product type: Transportation design

Customer: Trondheim municipality, Norway

Published: 2019, Krznar T.

Designed for everyone.

Built to endure, these scooters are designed with a solid construction to prevent easy breakage, ensuring durability and reliability for all users. Uniquely, "GO" scooters are free to use and do not require an app for access, offering unmatched convenience and accessibility.

Strategically located throughout the city, these foldable scooters are always within reach, promoting widespread use. The system's cutting-edge charging docks significantly reduce maintenance needs compared to traditional transport systems. These docks keep the scooters powered and ready to go, minimizing downtime and operational costs.

"GO" presents a sustainable, efficient, and user-friendly solution for short-distance commuting, ideal for navigating urban environments on dry days. With "GO," urban mobility becomes more accessible, eco-friendly, and hassle-free, transforming the way people move around the city.

Connected to you and connected to the grid.

Folding

The "GO" e-scooter is engineered with an advanced folding mechanism that maximizes space efficiency and enhances durability. When not in use, the scooter folds compactly, significantly reducing the amount of public space it occupies. This thoughtful design not only keeps the streets uncluttered but also facilitates easy storage in docking stations.

One of the standout features of the "GO" scooter is its increased rigidity when folded. The folding process locks the scooter into a more compact and solid shape, protecting its components and extending the product’s lifetime. This reinforced structure helps prevent damage and wear, ensuring a longer service life even with frequent use.

Docking

The docking and charging system for "GO" scooters is seamlessly integrated into the urban landscape. Docking stations are strategically placed throughout the city, where users can quickly fold and dock the scooters. These stations provide automated charging, ensuring that scooters are always ready for the next user. This system dramatically reduces the need for maintenance by keeping the scooters charged and reducing the likelihood of malfunctions.

Moreover, the user-friendly design empowers individuals to handle most interactions themselves. The simplicity of the folding and docking process means that users effectively maintain the scooter by ensuring it is properly stored and charged after each use. This self-service approach minimizes the need for external maintenance teams and reduces operational costs, making "GO" a truly sustainable and efficient urban transportation solution.

Location and locating

Finding your "GO" scooter ride is simple and intuitive. Just look for the nearest street lamp pillar, as the scooters are conveniently docked, hanging on these lamp posts throughout the city. Each scooter is securely docked and charging at these designated stations, ensuring they are always ready for use.

To make locating a scooter even easier, light beacons on top of each lamp post indicate the availability of scooters and docking spaces. These beacons are visible from a distance and change color based on the status:

Green indicates that scooters are available for use.

Red signifies that the docking station is full and no scooters can be returned at that location.

Yellow means the station is almost full or almost empty, prompting you to check the exact status.

This beacon system ensures that you can quickly and efficiently find a scooter or a docking space at any time of day. Whether you're commuting to work or exploring the city, the "GO" scooter system offers a seamless, user-friendly solution for urban transportation.

Completely smartphone free

A key feature of the "GO" system is that it completely eliminates the need for external smart devices. Users do not need a smartphone to operate the scooters, making the experience effortless and accessible. This design choice ensures much greater reliability for users to get from point A to B without worrying about smartphone battery life, internet connectivity, or GPS functionality. All tracking and operational needs are handled by the scooter ecosystem itself, providing a worry-free commuting experience.

Docking configurations

The docking configurations are tailored to the specific local transportation needs. In areas with higher usage, such as city centers, there will be more docking pods available to accommodate the demand. In suburban areas, docking stations will have fewer slots, reflecting the lower usage. These configurations are extremely flexible and can be adjusted according to city commute trends, thanks to the modular design of the docking stations. This adaptability ensures that the "GO" system can efficiently serve diverse urban environments and evolving transportation patterns.

The Potential

The "GO" transportation concept has the potential to revolutionize how cities plan their public transportation. By making e-scooters widely available and easily accessible, "GO" can be embraced by the masses. This would lead to greener cities, reduced commute times, and greater flexibility for commuters. Furthermore, the investment required to implement this system is relatively low, making it an attractive option for urban planners aiming to enhance city mobility in an environmentally sustainable way.