(COLUMBUS) – Cummins Inc. on Monday announced a four-month pilot project in Indiana to evaluate an on-demand transit solution, in partnership with Purdue University and Energy Systems Network (ESN). The pilot begins September 30.
The collaborative experiment, called Leaper X, includes a web-based mobile application powered by Cummins, and a small trial fleet of designated campus shuttles in addition to PurdueÂ’s traditional campus buses. Using the app, individuals can self-select how, when, and where they use PurdueÂ’s campus transportation services.
The pilot initiative will allow Cummins to test connected technologies and gather data.
Select destinations on PurdueÂ’s West Lafayette campus will allow commuters to initiate and manage transportation preferences using the Leaper X app. Once a ride is requested through the app and routed to a free Leaper X shuttle, users will be picked and dropped off within minutes. In addition to on-demand ride requests, users can view traditional campus bus routes, enabling riders to compare options and make informed, real-time decisions on the best way to travel.
