Beeline公司设计的小型箭头导航设备
Beeline's minimal navigation device directs motorcyclists with single arrow

由专筑网王帅，蒋晖编译

Beeline公司为摩托车手设计了一种导航装置，该装置用单一的箭头来为骑手导航，而不是传统的复杂地图。

该导航设备由总部位于伦敦的Beeline初创公司设计，其工作方式类似于指南针。它安装在车辆的油箱或车把上，骑手只需按照指向箭头的方向行驶即可到达目的地。

Beeline has designed a stripped back navigation device for motorcyclists, which replaces visually complicated maps with a single arrow to direct bikers.
Created by London-based startup Beeline, the navigation tool works in a similar way to a compass. Attached to the vehicle's tank or handlebars, riders simply need to follow the direction of the pointing arrow to reach their destination.

这款导航工具名为“Moto”，它由开发骑行者导航装备的初创公司设计，在2015年由Barber&Osgerby设计事务所的创意顾问Map推出。

虽然新版本保持了相同的最小设计，但它加入了专为摩托车和滑板车而设计的优化功能，让其得以在更高的速度下运行。

The gadget, called Moto, is a development of the startup's existing navigation device designed for cyclists, which was launched in 2015 through design duo Barber and Osgerby's creative consultancy Map.
While the new version maintains the same minimal design, it introduces optimised features designed specifically for motorcyclists and scooterists, who travel at much higher speeds.

新增加的功能有转弯路线指引和机身全面防水的功能，同时也改进了其安装的方式，解决了快速行驶过程中所产生的振动。

骑手可以在直径为30毫米的显示屏上跟踪到他们的行程进度，并掌握距离下一个转弯的距离。

Addition features include turn by turn route guidance, full waterproofing and an improved mounting mechanisms to deal with the increased vibrations caused by faster travel.
Riders can follow their journey progress on the 30-millimetre-diameter screen, and track the distance of their next turn.

Beeline公司认为，Moto不需要复杂的地图和过于详细的说明，因此在行驶过程中更安全、容易，骑手也可以专注于前方的道路，而不被技术影响。

Beeline公司的联合创始人Tom Putnam说：“我自己经常骑摩托车和自行车，我充分地了解到这一需求。”

“骑手需要简洁的、不分散注意力的导航系统，但是这似乎并不存在，而且这些价格也不合理。”

By eliminating the need for complicated maps and overly detailed instructions, Beeline believe the Moto makes the process of navigating on a motorcycle safer and easier as riders can focus on the road ahead rather than being distracted by technology.
"As motorcyclists ourselves, as well as cyclists, we fully appreciate the need," said Beeline co-founder Tom Putnam.
"Motorcyclists need clean, non-distracting navigation systems and that just didn’t seem to exist and certainly not at a reasonable price point."

2018年6月底推出的小型的圆形导航设备可以安装在摩托车车把或油箱上，上面的扭转锁机构可以使其快速地安装和取下。

普通卫星导航设备的电池寿命约为5小时，而Moto使用了350 mAh（毫安时）的电池，一次充电可使用30个小时。

反光显示器可以使屏幕在强光下依旧保持清晰，而屏幕上的自动背光系统化可供夜间骑行。

Launched at the end of June 2018, the small, circular device includes a range of mounts that allow it to be attached to any bike's handlebars or tank. A twist-lock mechanism enables the unit to be clipped on and off the bike swiftly.
In comparison to ordinary sat-navs that have a battery life of around five hours, the Beeline Moto uses a 350 mAh (milli Ampere hour) battery that can last for up to 30 hours between charges.
The reflective display is designed to remain clear under bright sunlight, and the screen features an automatic backlight for night riding.

该设备由应用程序控制的，骑手们可以用其计划、跟踪路线。它记录了骑手的行程和速度。

根据Beeline公司的说法，该技术将算法应用于电话和设备的传感器之间，然后将乘客指向正确的方向。

Beeline公司的联合创始人Mark Jenner说：“我们第一个产品中导航的简单性吸引了用户。所以Beeline Moto依然保持了这一卓越的水平，同时也满足了摩托车手的需要。”

The device is controlled by an app that drivers use to plan and track their route, as well as log their past journeys to see how far and fast they've ridden.
According to Beeline, the underlying technology applies algorithms to both the phone and device sensors, which then points the rider in the right direction.
"It was the simplicity of the navigation in our first product that captured people's imagination. With Beeline Moto we've focussed on maintaining this level of excellence, while fulfilling the needs of motorcyclists," said Beeline co-founder Mark Jenner.

他补充说：“虽然最初的自行车产品只是指向终点，就像指南针一样，但Beeline Moto还提供了全程路线得指导。”

“在手机上经过简单的设置，它就会使用清晰的箭头来引导你走一条精确的路线，指南针模式同样也适用于越野车。”

Beeline公司目前正在Kickstarter网站为 Moto众筹。

Beeline并不是唯一一家设计小型导航设备的公司，伦敦Onomo初创公司设计了一个自行车指南针，该指南针使用闪光灯和换色灯来引导骑手到达目的地。加拿大CycleLabs公司也推出了一款智能自行车设备，来以帮助导航和防盗窃。

"Whereas the original cycling product simply pointed you at the end destination, like a compass, Beeline Moto gives the option of full route guidance," he added.
"It still uses that clear arrow to follow but now steering you along a precise route, which can be set up in a few taps on the phone. Compass mode is still available for off road riding."
Beeline are currently funding Moto on Kickstarter.
Beeline aren't the only company designing minimal navigation devices, London startup Onomo also designed a bicycle compass that uses flashing and colour-changing lights to direct cyclists to their destination, while Canadian company CycleLabs launched a smart device for bicycles to help navigate and prevent theft.