The Introduction of the Regulations and the Policies for Automated Driving in Japan

Hirotoshi Inayoshi (MLIT)

Automated driving technology is expected to solve a lot of social issues, such as reducing traffic accidents and sustaing local transports. Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) has been working on earlier realization of automated driving through various activies including establishing safety regulations and conducting field tests. This presentation introduces the policy trends on automated driving of MLIT.

Methods for Supporting Resident-Led Community Place Creation, and the Value of the Community Place for Residents
-Action Research for High-Rise Housing Development Residents of Nagoya City-

Yoko Kumai (Toyota Central R&D Labs.)･Chikako Goto･Sae Konodo (The University of Tokyo)･Hideo Nakane･Narihito Tatsuda (Toyota Central R&D Labs.)･Naoko Cho (The University of Tokyo)･Teruhiko Yoshimura (Nihon Fukushi University)･Hideki Koizumi (The University of Tokyo)

We used action research to investigate resident-led methods for community place (CP) creation to connect generations, and examined the value of the CP and how to continue it. Analysis of questionnaires, interviews, and observations led to creation of a sustainable CP. The requirements for people to gather at the CP were convenient access and high visibility of the gathered individuals. The presence of a foreign resident had a positive effect on interchanges between generations. Findings revealed that the CP could be an attractive destination for shut-ins, and the residents could enjoy a variety of benefits attributable to the CP.

Reuse of Automotive Drive Motors in Offshore Wind Power Generation in Japan (Report 2)
-Framework for Inter-Sectoral Cooperation Towards Full Energy Self-Sufficiency-

Masahiko Teramoto (Environmetal Veterans Firm)

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's "Comprehensive Energy Statistics Table" develops the energy pathway from primary supply to final consumption of energy in Japan, allowing the W2T efficiency of each sector to be calculated. The second report adds the user end consumption ratio to the pathway and quantifies the relationship between W2W with the offshore wind power generation system shown in the first report as the axis, and provides a perspective on the feasibility of complete energy self-sufficiency through the use of renewable energy as the main source of power.

A Study on the Community Analysis of Bacteria/Fungi in Vehicles

Tae Hee Lee･Dae Woon Sung (Hyundai Motor)

From COVID-19, Hygiene issue has rapidly become as a major cause of the shrinking sharing economy. Customers have preferred privately owned vehicles than public transportation, for example, buses, trains, taxis, and sharing cars. Currently, microbial research is mostly focused on humans. This paper examines the microorganisms inside the vehicle from a holistic view and analyzes DNA(deoxyribose nucleic acid) clusters of bacteria/fungi in the reference for determining the direction when applying sanitation technology.

Development of Synchronous Reluctance Generator for Biomass Power

Azusa Takahashi･Tatsuya Higashi･Takeshi Serizawa (Daihatsu Motor)･Wataru Kitagawa･Takaharu Takeshita (Nagoya Institute of Technology)･Mikito Kawamura･Junichi Asama (Shizuoka University)

This study explores the potential of adopting the Synchronous Reluctance Motor (SynRM) as a high-efficiency Bio power generator system source. It emphasizes the cost-effectiveness of SynRM in production compared to the interior permanent magnet motor, highlighting its affordability. The absence of magnets in SynRM enhances maintenance feasibility, making it an attractive option for long-term sustainability. The research aims to establish SynRM as a reliable and economically viable solution for power generation systems, showcasing its efficiency and reduced environmental impact. The investigation includes detailed analyses of design, cost considerations, and maintenance feasibility, providing insights into the promising role of SynRM in advancing power generation technology.