New Vehicle Study Subcommittee

As of May 20, 2026

Committee name New Vehicle Study Subcommittee
Theme Studying the introduction of new transportation modes to expand transportation options within the region
Chairman Professor Hiroshi Fujimoto, The University of Tokyo

Main activities up to FY2025

1. Wireless power transfer system
  • We are continuously conducting Japan’s first demonstration experiment of dynamic wireless power transferon a public road at the T-junction leading to the roundabout at the west exit of Kashiwanoha-campus Station.
  • In terms of research, we analyzed data obtained from the demonstration experiment and conducted research on control technology that combines vehicle motion control and in-motion power transfer.
  • Following the completion of the JST Future Society Creation Program, we invited participants from project stakeholders and members of the ITS Promotion Council, and held a final report meeting at the University of Tokyo Kashiwa Campus.
  • We plan to continue the demonstration experiment on public roads from the next fiscal year onward by utilizing a different framework.

Figure 1: Demonstration experiment location and equipment used in the demonstration experiment

Figure 2: Final report meeting

Draft activity plan for FY2026

●Wireless power transfer system
In the current fiscal year, we will continue to conduct Japan’s first demonstration experiment of dynamic wireless power transferon a public road. Furthermore, we will conduct basic research on the following themes.
●Research on the long-term durability of road surfaces