Mobility Design Lab

A collection of design related research projects from around the world.

This study proposes to differentiate bicycles to provide a clear language for further research. It introduces differentiation by wheel count as a distinguishing variable.

This research project sought to speculate on how different types of mobility from bicycles to cars could share a re-charge station.

Research that responds to the problem of providing re-charge docks for e-scooters when left outside stations and transportation hubs.

Design for a modular bus stop and shelter that promotes connection, reducing waiting anxiety and enhancing the overall travel experience.

Improving road sharing in the Alpine Shire through human stories.

Examining how design can help public transport companies address disability access compliance for a more equitable and accessible rail network.

Understanding the bikes people park, and how they park them.

Investigating how rail carriage interior design influences passenger boarding and alighting times using agent-based modelling techniques.

Designing the world’s fastest solar bicycle – running purely on sunshine.

Field work in the Mobility Design Lab has revealed that there are bicycle types not represented in AS2890.3. This document provides information about these new vehicles.

Easier bike parking means easier bike transport.

A comprehensive review of cutting-edge design work addressing key contemporary themes in mobility.

A new look for Australia’s transition to electric route buses.

A wide study on the advent of an intelligently connected driverless public transport system.

Guidelines and principles for the design and configuration of urban passenger rail stations.

Quicker and safer trains for all.

Investigating a range of issues addressing the motorcycle, from safety to new forms of manufacture.

Improving Volgren’s route bus manufacturing, performance and user experience using holistic design.

Exploring new techniques in agent based modelling.

Creating a practical working knowledge of the user experience in public transport.

Supporting the creation of ‘smart’ roads and pavements and their interface with road users.

Harnessing the co-benefits: how safe mobility can support liveable cities.

Enhancing user experience of mobility as a service ecosystem.

Adventures with sustainable vehicles for positive social change.

Introducing urban design qualities to improve the physical and functional dimension of cycling infrastructure.

Investigating how design can improve public trust and comfort in shared autonomous vehicles (SAVs).