Autonomous Intersection Management Research
Redefining Movement at Every Intersection
JIBE's Pace Delineator technology transforms how autonomous vehicles navigate intersections across multiple domains. Our research spans from urban traffic management to warehouse robotics, applying unified principles of distributed coordination, predictive path planning, and real-time optimization.
🚗 Autonomous Road Traffic Management
Revolutionary intersection management for connected and autonomous vehicles on public roads.
Current Challenges
- Traditional traffic signals waste 15-20% of road capacity
- Average driver spends 54 hours/year waiting at red lights
- Intersection accidents account for 40% of all crashes
- Mixed human/autonomous traffic creates unpredictability
JIBE Solutions
- Dynamic slot reservation eliminates unnecessary stops
- Predictive pace adjustment for smooth flow
- Priority-based overtaking for emergency vehicles
- Graceful degradation with human drivers present
Key Technologies
🏭 Smart Warehouse & Industrial Applications
Optimizing AGV and AMR traffic in warehouses, factories, and distribution centers.
Warehouse Intersection Challenges
Cross-Aisle Conflicts
Multiple AGVs converging at aisle intersections create bottlenecks, reducing overall warehouse efficiency by up to 30%.
Charging Station Queues
Inefficient scheduling at charging intersections leads to idle robots and delayed orders.
Loading Dock Coordination
Complex choreography required where inbound and outbound paths intersect at dock areas.
JIBE Warehouse Solutions
- Dynamic Priority Assignment: Urgent orders automatically get intersection priority
- Predictive Routing: AI anticipates congestion and reroutes before bottlenecks form
- Multi-Level Coordination: Manages floor robots, overhead systems, and conveyor intersections
- Energy Optimization: Reduces acceleration/deceleration cycles by 40%
🚁 Emerging Applications
JIBE technology extends beyond roads and warehouses to any domain with intersecting paths.
Urban Air Mobility (UAM)
Managing drone highways and air corridors where flight paths intersect at different altitudes.
- 3D intersection management
- Weather-adaptive routing
- Emergency landing coordination
- Noise-optimized flight paths
Port & Maritime Operations
Coordinating automated guided vehicles, cranes, and vessels at busy port terminals.
- Ship-to-shore coordination
- Container yard optimization
- Intermodal transfer points
- Berth allocation timing
Mining & Construction
Managing autonomous haul trucks and equipment at extraction sites and construction zones.
- Haul road intersections
- Loading zone coordination
- Safety zone enforcement
- Multi-vehicle formations
Healthcare Facilities
Coordinating autonomous delivery robots, wheelchairs, and transport systems in hospitals.
- Elevator intersection management
- Priority for emergency transport
- Sterile zone protection
- Patient privacy paths
Precision Agriculture
Managing fleets of autonomous tractors, harvesters, and drones in modern farms.
- Field boundary crossings
- Harvest convoy coordination
- Irrigation path optimization
- Multi-field transitions
Rail Yard Operations
Optimizing shunting operations and track switching in automated rail yards.
- Switch point optimization
- Coupling/decoupling zones
- Maintenance track access
- Multi-track coordination
Interactive Simulations
City Grid Traffic Simulation
Explore how JIBE technology optimizes traffic flow across urban intersections. Adjust parameters to see real-time impacts on traffic efficiency.
Simulation Parameters
Visualization Options
Highway Merge Optimization
Visualize how JIBE technology manages highway on-ramp merging scenarios for optimal flow.
Highway Parameters
State of Autonomous Vehicle Technology Today
The autonomous vehicle industry stands at a critical juncture in 2025. While significant progress has been made in sensor technology, machine learning, and vehicle control systems, the challenge of coordinating multiple autonomous vehicles in complex environments remains largely unsolved.
Current Capabilities
- Level 2-3 Autonomy: Most production vehicles offer advanced driver assistance
- Geofenced Operations: Robotaxis operate in limited, mapped areas
- Highway Driving: Reliable performance in controlled environments
- Sensor Fusion: Integration of LiDAR, cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors
- Deep Learning: Advanced perception and prediction models
Key Challenges
- Intersection Negotiation: No standardized protocol for multi-vehicle coordination
- Mixed Traffic: Difficulty handling human drivers and pedestrians
- Edge Cases: Unpredictable scenarios in complex urban environments
- Communication Latency: V2V/V2I infrastructure still developing
- Regulatory Framework: Inconsistent laws across jurisdictions
Where JIBE Fits In
JIBE addresses the critical gap in autonomous vehicle coordination by providing a deterministic, distributed protocol for intersection management. Unlike current approaches that rely on individual vehicle decision-making, JIBE enables:
- ✓ Predictable Behavior: All vehicles follow the same negotiation protocol
- ✓ Scalable Performance: Efficiency improves as more vehicles adopt the system
- ✓ Fail-Safe Operation: Graceful degradation when communication is limited
- ✓ Cross-Manufacturer Compatibility: Open protocol works across all platforms
Industry Adoption Timeline
JIBE Technology Stack
Core Technologies
- Pace Optimization Algorithms
- Priority-based Overtaking
- Virtual Safety Margins
- Distributed Yield Consensus
- Real-time Path Planning
Communication Protocols
- V2V (Vehicle-to-Vehicle)
- V2I (Vehicle-to-Infrastructure)
- V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything)
- Ad-hoc Mesh Networks
- DSRC (Dedicated Short Range Communications)
- CAN (Controller Area Networks)
Application Domains
- Urban Traffic Management
- Automated Warehouses (AGV)
- Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR)
- Drone Traffic Management
- Port Terminal Operations
- Mining & Construction Sites