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What is a SMART AR/MR Parking Navigation System?
A Smart AR/MR Parking Navigation System is a cutting-edge mobile application that uses Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) to guide drivers to available parking spaces inside multi-level indoor facilities such as:
Shopping Malls, Hospitals & Healthcare Centres, Airports, Metro & Railway Stations, Corporate Campuses & Tech Parks, Residential Gated Communities
Unlike traditional GPS which struggles indoors, AR/MR overlays directional arrows, slot information, and visual cues directly onto your smartphone or smart glasses screen, turning parking into a seamless experience.
How It Works
Real-time Slot Availability: IoT sensors track space occupancy.
AR Visual Overlay: Directional signs appear on your screen, guiding you turn-by-turn to an open slot. MR for Complex Navigation: In multi-storey parking lots, MR adds 3D visual elements—like floor maps and lift directions—into your field of view.
Payment & Booking: Pay via the app, reserve slots, or access loyalty rewards.
Industry Use Cases
Malls & Retail Chains: Enhance footfall by easing parking stress and offering store-based promotions.
Airports: Avoid last-minute rushes and missed flights by guiding travelers directly to their terminal and slot.
Hospitals: Quickly get patients and ambulances to emergency spots.
Corporate Campuses: Reduce employee tardiness and improve space efficiency.
Why the World Needs Smart Parking Now
30% of city traffic in urban areas comes from people looking for parking.
$345/year is wasted per driver in fuel and time.
CO2 emissions from idling cars increase air pollution and climate burden.
Smart parking is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Market Growth & Trends
The global smart parking market is expected to grow to $16.5B by 2028.
AR/MR in automotive tech is rapidly being adopted, led by giants like Tesla, BMW, and startups innovating in spatial computing.
Integration with 5G, Edge AI, and IoT makes real-time AR/MR parking a reality.
Privacy & Security
Our system uses anonymized data and complies with GDPR & global privacy norms. No facial recognition or personal data is stored without consent.
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