Being Mobile in Smart Cities

Smart cities leverage digital technology, data, and innovative practices to transform mobility, reshaping how people, information, and services move efficiently and sustainably. The integration of diverse technologies, including sensors, IoT, AI, and automated systems, is enabling smarter transportation solutions that are more adaptive, inclusive, and efficient.

Mobility in smart cities extends beyond eMobility and automated driving. It involves the seamless integration of multimodal transportation systems, real-time data processing for traffic optimization, and intelligent infrastructure capable of responding dynamically to urban demands. Smart mobility systems aim to reduce congestion, enhance accessibility, and promote sustainable practices, fostering a holistic approach to urban movement.

The concept of mobility in smart cities incorporates multiple dimensions:

  1. Connected Infrastructure: Smart sensors, IoT devices, and advanced communication networks enable cities to monitor and manage traffic flow, parking availability, and public transportation in real-time.
  2. Data-Driven Solutions: Big data analytics and AI-powered platforms optimize mobility patterns, offering predictive insights for planning routes and improving efficiency.
  3. Dynamic Service Integration: Mobility is not limited to people—it includes the movement of goods and city services, enabled by automated systems like drones and robotics.

A growing body of research highlights the transformative potential of these technologies in enhancing urban mobility. This stream seeks to explore the theoretical, practical, and structural aspects of mobility within the context of smart cities. It also aims to examine the challenges and opportunities of implementing innovative solutions, from connected transportation systems to environmentally friendly mobility practices.

Topics include, but are not limited to:

  • The role of IoT, sensors, and AI in creating intelligent transportation networks.
  • Predictive analytics and real-time data processing for traffic and mobility optimization.
  • Innovations in shared mobility systems and their societal and environmental impacts.
  • Integration of smart city services, including automated delivery systems and robotics.
  • Challenges and best practices for multimodal transportation in urban environments.
  • Sustainable and inclusive mobility solutions tailored to diverse urban populations.
  • Security challenges in connected transportation systems, physical safety in shared mobility services, and frameworks for emergency response and disaster management.

Co-Chairs:

Dr. Didar Yedilkhan, Astana IT University, Kazakhstan
Dr. Beibut Amirgaliyev, Astana IT University, Kazakhstan

Session Secretary:

Sabina Saleshova, MSc, Astana IT University, Kazakhstan