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UI/UX Design
Future Orbital
Role
- UX/UI Design
- Prototyping
- Interaction Design
- Usability testing
Details
Tools - Figma, ProtoPie, Arduino
Years - 2023
Project Scope
The widespread adoption of autonomous vehicles (AVs) faces significant challenges, primarily due to public trust issues and the need for seamless integration with existing infrastructure. With 94% of motor vehicle accidents caused by driver error and 35% of fatal accidents due to impaired driving, there's a critical need for a solution that addresses safety concerns while building public confidence in AV technology.
Our research revealed key insights that shaped our design approach:
- Driver errors, including intoxication and distraction, are the primary causes of accidents.
- Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication is crucial for enhancing road safety and traffic efficiency.
- There's a need to redefine driving modes to accommodate the transition from manual to fully autonomous driving.
- Public adoption of AVs hinges on trust, which can be built through transparent and intuitive user interfaces.
Design Process
We followed a comprehensive design process to develop the Future Orbital system:
- Conceptualization: We envisioned a holistic AV system that integrates V2X technology to address safety and efficiency concerns.
- System Architecture: We designed three interconnected components:
- Audi Orbiter®: The core autonomous driving system
- Orbiter Assist®: For seamless transitions between driving modes
- Orbiter Connect®: A V2X communication platform
- Audi Orbiter®: The core autonomous driving system
- User Experience Design: We focused on creating intuitive interfaces for both in-vehicle and mobile app experiences, ensuring users feel in control and informed at all times.
- Prototyping and Testing: We developed functional prototypes and conducted rigorous testing to refine the system's performance and user experience.
Initial Research
User Flow
UI Design
Solution
The Future Orbital system comprises three key components:
- Audi Orbiter:
- Provides Level 5 autonomy for full automation under all conditions
- Calculates optimal routes based on real-time data
- Allows easy switching between Auto and Manual modes - Orbiter Assist:
- Ensures smooth transitions between Auto and Manual modes
- Mitigates latency in response and sudden speed changes
- Enhances safety during mode transitions - Orbiter Connect:
Facilitates V2X communication for improved road safety and traffic efficiency
Enables journey planning through a mobile app interface
Provides real-time updates and route optimization
