Renault Group and Bruitparif's Innovation Advantage: Ameliorating Health and Environmental Conditions
In an innovative partnership, the Renault Group and Bruitparif have joined forces to establish the first real map of road acoustics in the Ile-de-France region. This project, which affects the cities and municipalities of Paris, Nanterre, and Argenteuil, aims to reduce noise pollution's impact on health and the environment.
At the heart of this collaboration is the Apache technology, a patented innovation developed by Renault Group engineers. This technology allows vehicles to function as sensors, measuring road noise automatically and in real traffic. Thirty Megane E-Tech vehicles equipped with sensors and the Apache device will be used to collect data on noise levels to the nearest meter over a 2-year period.
The data collected will contribute directly to the reduction of noise pollution's impact on health. By measuring road noise levels, the Apache technology will help identify sectors with deteriorated pavements, heavy traffic, a large number of local residents, and the presence of schools, health establishments, etc., which should be considered priority areas for pavement repairs.
The data collected will also be used to better define road repair decisions. Having a detailed map of road acoustics will give local authorities a better understanding of the actual condition of the pavements under their responsibility. The map will enable local authorities to monitor progress and intervene in priority areas to reduce noise pollution from all road traffic.
The Ile-de-France noise observatory, operated by Bruitparif, will benefit from the Apache technology to improve the accuracy and quality of strategic noise maps for the 14 Ile-de-France conurbations. This partnership provides valuable assistance to towns and local authorities for whom the road repair strategy is a major challenge and an important part of their budget.
Moreover, the use of the Apache technology contributes to the reduction of noise pollution's impact on health and the environment, as it leads to reduced energy consumption and lower emissions from all vehicles. A deteriorating road increases rolling resistance, energy consumption, CO emissions, and pollutant particles from combustion-powered vehicles, as well as tire abrasion. By addressing this issue, the project also promotes sustainability and eco-friendly practices.
The project was previously tested in the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines conurbation in France in 2023. The data collected by the Apache technology, combined with other information such as frequency of use and sensitivity of areas crossed, will create an exhaustive, real-life map of road acoustic conditions in the Ile-de-France region. This map, generated by the Apache technology, will assist local authorities in their road repair strategies.
In conclusion, the partnership between Renault Group and Bruitparif demonstrates how technology can improve society by addressing non-traditional areas of the automotive industry and creating new value chains for Renault Group. By reducing noise pollution, the project contributes to a healthier and more sustainable environment for all residents of the Ile-de-France region.
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