The UPM and Asia Mobiliti optimize electric vehicles charging
Researchers from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and Asia Mobiliti conduct research to enable sustainable, multimodal mobility in urban centers
26.11.2024
The School of Civil Engineering at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) and Asia Mobiliti Malaysia leading Mobility-as-a Service (MaaS) technology and digital city solutions provider with the Blue Diplomacy conduct research collaboration to optimize electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to support sustainable, multimodal urban mobility. The findings are scheduled to be released soon.
The project focused on developing data-driven analytics framework could guide the strategic placement of EV chargers, using Kuala Lumpur as the initial test city. The framework incorporates predictive power demand models built upon mobility patterns of Kuala Lumpur, mapping for key points of interest and the city’s public transport network.
The analysis was used to determine optimal locations, types, and quantities of EV chargers needed, offering a blueprint for cities seeking to enhance their electric mobility networks. This approach provides actionable insights for city planners and Charging Point Operators (CPOs) as they expand EV infrastructure, aligning with sustainable urban growth initiatives.
According to Pedro Fernández Carrasco, professor in the School of Civil Engineering at the UPM, research supervisor and senior lecturer leading the research line in Blue Diplomacy and Circular Economy, highlighted the unique opportunity that this collaboration provides to academic institutions such as the UPM for applying theoretical knowledge to real scenarios.
“Working with Asia Mobiliti allows young talent to develop their skills within a highly qualified team at the forefront of technological innovation, bridging the gap between universities and industry. The significance of the UPM partnership with the ASEAN region, particularly with Malaysia, is a key step in fostering international research connections that drive sustainable development and contribute to the advancement of smart urban solutions,” he said.
The research was supported by the UPM and Asia Mobiliti expertise and technologies. Investment in such postgraduate-level research typically represents a substantial commitment of resources, underscoring both organizations’ dedication to advancing innovative solutions for urban mobility.
By providing an optimized approach to charger deployment, UPM and Asia Mobiliti’s research collaboration paves the way for a new era of investment in EV infrastructure that will benefit both public and private stakeholders.
In this sense, Ramachandran Muniandy, CEO and co-founder of Asia Mobiliti, pointed out, "our collaboration with UPM means a significant advancement in data-driven urban planning. By leveraging detailed mobility data, we’ve created a framework that not only identifies high-demand areas for EV charging but also integrates seamlessly with public transport networks, promoting a more connected and sustainable multimodal transit ecosystem.”
Asia Mobiliti claims that the success of the collaboration has laid the foundation for a new global data service offering valuable insights to cities that are prioritizing electrification as part of their sustainability agenda. This new service aims to support urban centers in addressing the challenges of EV infrastructure placement and demand prediction, providing a scalable solution adaptable to cities of diverse sizes and transit needs.