The ImAFUSA project led by the Business Research Unit (BRU-Iscte) is delving into public perceptions of urban air mobility (UAM), a crucial topic for the future of smart cities. The ImAFUSA project, led by researcher Sophia Kalakou from BRU-Iscte’s Management research group, aims to understand how citizens view the integration of drones into urban airspace.
The ImAFUSA project, supported by the SESAR Joint Undertaking, is developing an impact assessment framework to help local authorities and stakeholders evaluate citizens’ views on these technologies.
In a recently released video, Sophia Kalakou shares the challenges the team faces in analyzing public opinions on UAM. The ImAFUSA project, supported by the SESAR Joint Undertaking, is developing an impact assessment framework to assist local authorities and stakeholders in comprehending and evaluating citizen perspectives on these emerging technologies.
“Understanding public perceptions is fundamental for the successful implementation of urban air mobility,” states Sophia Kalakou in the video. “We are working to provide tools that enable cities to make informed decisions and build a future where technology serves the needs of citizens.“
The video highlights the importance of addressing public concerns and expectations regarding UAM, including issues of safety, privacy, and environmental impact. The ImAFUSA project seeks to foster an open dialogue between citizens, authorities, and technology developers to ensure that UAM is implemented responsibly and sustainably.
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Video produced by Future Needs, Dissemination Leader for the ImAFUSA project.
