202 terms in English and French explaining street-edge uses, rules and data. 165 linked term pages include a definition, a practical explanation and sources.
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Sensing and privacy
Magnétomètre
Magnetometer is a sensor that measures magnetic-field changes, which can be used to infer the presence of a nearby vehicle. Curbside detection requires suitable placement and calibration because vehicle shape, adjacent movement, and environmental conditions influence the relationship between a magnetic signal and actual occupation.
Logistics
Small-scale logistics facilities located in urban areas that enable consolidated last-mile deliveries using smaller, often zero-emission vehicles.
Urban logistics
Microplateforme logistique
Microhub is a small logistics location where goods are transferred, sorted, or staged close to delivery destinations. It can support cargo bikes, walking delivery, or smaller vehicles, while its success depends on lawful space, replenishment access, operating responsibility, and coordination with the surrounding public realm.
Mobility
Micromobilité
Small, lightweight vehicles operating at low speeds, including e-scooters, e-bikes, and shared bicycles, typically for short urban trips.
Street design
Zone de stationnement micromobilité
Micromobility corral is a designated area for parking small mobility devices, such as shared bicycles or scooters. A corral can organize vehicles away from pedestrian paths and building entrances, but its location, capacity, markings, and operator obligations determine whether it remains usable and understandable.
Data and standards
Spécification des données de mobilité (MDS)
Mobility Data Specification (MDS) is an open set of APIs maintained by the Open Mobility Foundation for communication between mobility providers and public authorities. It supports digital policies and management of services in the public right-of-way, while data collection and access must be configured for the agency’s actual purpose and obligations.
Mobility
Pôle de Mobilité
An integrated location where multiple transportation modes connect, including transit, bike share, car share, and ride-hailing services.