Blockchain-based transportation protocol
Enabling a Decentralized, Peer-to-Peer, Global Transportation Network
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Drivers and passengers can now communicate directly with each other using Blockchain, with no middleman taking part of the revenue
Access convenient transportation around your city or offer services such as charge and parking
Send and receive packages with the push of a button with decentralized manned deliveries on the DAV Network
Drones communicate with each other and service providers for deliveries, charging, and maintenance
Supply carriers pick up material, navigate to their destination, and are paid for services autonomously
Get a ride from an autonomous car or share your own car on the network to generate revenue
DAV is a framework of open-source software, open-source hardware, and a free decentralized marketplace where anyone can buy and sell autonomous transportation services. Our technology consists of three major components:
DAV allows autonomous vehicles to discover each other, as well as service providers, and clients around them. DAV implements decentralized node discovery using a peer-to-peer protocol that does not rely on a central server. Instead, nodes are listed in a distributed hash table which can be accessed in an extremely efficient way.
DAV defines a library of standardized communication protocols for various transportation scenarios. This communication is divided into two groups:
on-blockchain communication done directly by calling smart contracts and through events emitted by those smart contracts
off-blockchain communication done peer-to-peer using DAV’s protocols
Trustless cooperation between buyers and sellers of transportation services is achieved using a series of specialized smart contracts. These smart contracts enable multi-party contracts between buyer, seller, and when needed, between arbitrator, insurer, and others. These contracts are tied in directly to the DAV token, guaranteeing financial resolution for transactions between multiple parties without requiring any pre-established trust.
The DAV Alliance brings together members of the transportation industry so that we may collaborate on standards and innovations for a global decentralized network.
“DAV is laying the foundation for a decentralized transportation infrastructure [with] built-in incentives for consumers, businesses, software developers, hardware makers, insurers, and arbitrators.”
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“The DAV Foundation and its proposed blockchain-based platform (called the DAV network, based on the Ethereum blockchain) seek to establish a “commons” for shared mobility, for both manned and unmanned vehicles.”
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“The DAV Foundation is laying the groundwork for a decentralised, peer-to-peer, global transportation network”
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“A decentralized transportation network to disrupt the way people move from one location to another”
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“We want to inspire a rapid and scalable adoption of technologies by companies in the autonomous and mobility space and the partnership with the DAV Foundation will help drive this.” - Chris Ballinger, CEO of MOBI
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“DAV is proposing a commons, a standard of sorts, in the form of a free and open-source decentralized mobility network.”
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Dr. Alan Messer has been a worldwide leader in advanced software and intelligent services for connected consumers for 20+ years. Alan is an industry consultant and was formerly Vice President of Software and Innovation and CTO of Global Connected Consumer eXperience at General Motors where he led GM's work on products, platforms and future technologies for the Connected Car and Services. Alan has worked at a variety of consumer electronic companies including Samsung Electronics, HP, and Sony Electronics.
A former NASA astronaut, Space Shuttle pilot/commander, and NASA Associate Administrator for the Exploration Mission Directorate. He was an Air Force instructor pilot, F-15 fighter pilot and test pilot. He has held positions in the aerospace industry and has been a college professor. He currently is president of Doc’s Aerospace LLC providing flight test and technical services to all sectors of aerospace from rockets to drones.
Ming is an MIT alum who studied Computer Science and Media Arts and devoted the greater part of her career to leading tech design and development projects as well as working with top level inventors, scientists and educators to bring tech innovation to life. Both her business background and interest in regulatory matters was put to good use, benefitting both the Ethereum Foundation, where she was the Executive Director and board member from July 31, 2015-January 31, 2018, as well as the greater blockchain community. She notably ran three highly successful Ethereum conferences (Devcon 1, 2, and 3) while increasing the number of projects, teams, and R&D contributors by three times, and growing the organization’s resources by over 300 times during her tenure.
Serial entrepreneur and investor known for his work founding and running companies such as Equinix, Digg, Revision3, SimpleGeo and Opsmatic. Equinix, which Jay founded and was its CEO, is currently the largest datacenter provider in the world, providing datacenters to Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and others. In 2008, Jay was selected by Time Magazine as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.
Core developer with the Ethereum Foundation and a key engineer behind the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Served as a sitting member of the ANSI/ISO C++ standards committee and as a Principal Member of Technical Staff with the Java Products Group at Oracle Corporation. Holds a Ph.D in Quantitative Psychology from Cornell University. Known as the “Gandalf of Ethereum” and is a passionate apocalyptic electric blues guitar player.
Head of Emerging Technologies for SAP Leonardo Digital Supply Chain & IoT Business Unit. Operating at the intersection of business and technology, she leads a product development organization at SAP with the charter to incubate, build and deliver disruptive transformational enterprise-class innovations to customers combining technology assets from SAP with cutting-edge open-source technologies. With 20 years of experience in redefining enterprise computing, she is passionate about solving world problems leveraging breakthroughs in technology.
Creator and Chief Developer of the Ethereum Name Service, as well as the founder of the highly successful Ether Cards. Has been involved as a software engineer and architect in Ethereum since 2016. Brings deep knowledge in both hardware and software engineering, and seven years of experience across multiple roles with Google. Nick is a maker and loves to develop ideas all the way from conception to seeing them in the hands of users.
Biren Gandhi is an executive leader focused on identifying key technology trends and accelerating their adoption through acquisitions, development or partnering. He has built a successful track record of bringing innovation to life through strategic collaborations with startups, venture capital firms, universities and partner ecosystems. Recently, Biren spearheaded strategy & incubation for some highly disruptive technologies at Cisco. Few of them included the Internet of Things (IoT), Fog Computing, Drones/UAVs, Blockchain, Deep Learning, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
Head of Partnerships & Digital sales at Ford Motor Company where he leads the efforts to form partnerships across technology, product and services for Ford Mobility organization as well as the sales team leading digital services. Sai is deeply involved in strategy development, execution and investment thesis for the future of automotive services ranging from telematics, autonomous, urban mobility and digital services. He is passionate about the intersection of key technologies like AI, Machine learning, Digital assistants, Blockchain, IoT and wireless which enable this transformation. Previously, Sai was a Director of Corporate Strategy at Verizon. His 11+ years in wireless product management & strategy experience spans Wireless & IoT technologies, digital services spanning M&E, Ad-tech, commerce, healthcare and fintech where he holds a couple of patents. He's helped create several Centers of excellence & R&D units covering key technologies like AI, Digital assistants, NLP, and IoT platforms.
Director of Autonomous Systems at UPS. Portfolio includes the application of UAVs (Drones), Driverless Vehicles and Robotics in supply chains. A logistics and emerging technology expert with 31 years at UPS. Holds an undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering from Rutgers and a Masters in Management Information Technology from NJIT. Devoted to his family and is motivated to build a better world for all.
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Vice President, IBM Global Technology Services. Serves as Worldwide Head of Technology Innovation & Architecture across the entire IBM Services organization. Leads the new AI & Automation Service Delivery worldwide mission. Brings 20+ years of engineering leadership experience and a unique combination of technology vision and business acumen. Has managed global software development organizations with engineering workforces numbering in the thousands. An IBM Master Inventor with several high value patents in his name. Holds a doctorate in Physics from Milan State University.
A former Marine aviator, NASA astronaut, Space Shuttle pilot/commander, as well as an executive at the FAA. During his time with the U.S. Marines he served as a test pilot, maintenance officer, and weapons and tactics instructor. While at the FAA he served as Deputy Associate Administrator for Commercial Space Transportation. He later worked on expandable space stations while Director of the BA330 Crew and Cargo Program at Bigelow Aerospace, and remains active in the space and aviation sectors. He holds an undergraduate mathematics degree for the US Naval Academy and a Masters of Science in Engineering Management from the Florida Institute of Technology.
A senior executive, strategist, and investor, with a strong expertise in blockchain, cryptocurrencies and encryption. In 2003 created the world’s first smartphone encryption system distributed in over 50 countries. Noam is an aviation enthusiast and a multi engine rated pilot.
A developer and entrepreneur for over 20 years, a published O’Reilly author, an invited expert on the W3C Automotive Working Group, and a coder since the age of 8. Experienced in building and leading R&D teams in startups and organizations. Previously R&D Director and VP of Product at Somoto (TASE: SMTO). Core contributor and lead developer of many influential open-source projects.
John is the former External Relations lead for the Ethereum Foundation and was a senior member of the Devcon3 team. An experienced senior manager in the technology industry, particularly in strategic communications and marketing roles. He has served on multiple boards for non-profits, for-profits and in economic development. He has a passion for the study of human behaviour and is a graduate of the MBA program from Royal Roads University in Victoria, Canada.
A creative director, concepts developer and digital community pioneer. Gilad has a solid track record as a marketing and branding expert, leading marketing efforts in a range of companies. His specialty is in understanding people, and developing unique marketing strategies that lead to a genuine relationship with the target audience. Gilad led the Marketing Operations team at Colu, a pioneering startup that has developed a blockchain-based digital wallet that empowers local businesses and communities. He has a deep passion for travel and finding the next amazing destination.
