Unified Transportation Platform for Integrated Ride-Booking and Intercity Travel

Abstract

The present invention relates to a Unified Transportation Platform for Integrated Ride-Booking and Intercity Travel. The present invention describes a unified transportation platform, Mova, that consolidates local ride-booking services and intercity bus travel within a single mobile application. By integrating various providers, from popular apps to regional services, Mova enables users to compare and book rides based on price, safety, vehicle type, and additional features, enhancing both convenience and transparency. The platform’s multi-vehicle integration supports diverse travel needs, while multiple payment options and OTP-based ride verification improve security. Through API partnerships, Mova expands market visibility for moderate and regional providers, promoting fair competition. This invention simplifies the fragmented ride-booking industry, offering a single platform for both intra-city and intercity travel solutions. Accompanied Drawing [FIG. 1]

Specification

Description:[001] The present invention relates to the field of transportation services, specifically to a unified platform that integrates multiple ride-booking services and intercity travel options into a single mobile application. This platform enables users to compare, select, and book transportation from various providers, thereby enhancing convenience, accessibility, and transparency in the transportation market.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[002] The following description provides the information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[003] The ride-booking and intercity travel markets are fragmented, with users often needing to switch between multiple applications to find suitable options for local and long-distance travel. This fragmentation creates challenges in price comparison, service availability, and transparency, leading to inefficiencies and inconvenience for users. Additionally, moderate and regional ride-booking providers struggle with visibility, making it difficult to compete with established brands.
[004] The invention addresses these challenges by creating a comprehensive platform, "Mova," which consolidates services from popular, moderate, and regional ride-booking providers, as well as intercity bus travel companies. Mova allows users to view transportation options based on price, vehicle type, safety, and additional features within a single interface, bridging the gap between daily commute needs and intercity travel. This innovation promotes fair competition among providers, expands market reach for lesser-known services, and enhances the overall user experience.
[005] Accordingly, to overcome the prior art limitations based on aforesaid facts. The present invention provides a Unified Transportation Platform for Integrated Ride-Booking and Intercity Travel. Therefore, it would be useful and desirable to have a system, method and apparatus to meet the above-mentioned needs.

SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[006] This invention provides a unified transportation platform, Mova, that consolidates local ride-booking and intercity bus travel options into a single mobile application. Key features include:
[007] Comprehensive Ride Options: Access to various vehicle types, including bikes, autos, mini cars, SUVs, and buses, catering to individual, group, and long-distance travel.
[008] Unified Comparison and Selection: Users can compare rides from multiple providers based on price, features, and safety measures, streamlining the decision-making process.
[009] Expanded Market Visibility for Regional Providers: By listing moderate and regional services alongside popular options, Mova promotes fair competition and enables lesser-known providers to reach a broader audience.
[010] Multiple Payment Methods and OTP-Based Ride Confirmation: The platform offers diverse payment options and secure OTP-based ride verification, enhancing user convenience and security.
[011] User-Friendly Interface: An intuitive design allows easy navigation for selecting pickup/drop-off locations, vehicle types, and preferred service providers.
[012] Informed Decision-Making: Users can view important features of each ride, such as insurance, privacy policies, and safety measures, facilitating better-informed transportation choices.
[013] In this respect, before explaining at least one object of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of set of rules and to the arrangements of the various models set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other objects and of being practiced and carried out in various ways, according to the need of that industry. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.
[014] These together with other objects of the invention, along with the various features of novelty which characterize the invention, are pointed out with particularity in the disclosure. For a better understanding of the invention, its operating advantages and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter in which there are illustrated preferred embodiments of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[015] The invention will be better understood and objects other than those set forth above will become apparent when consideration is given to the following detailed description thereof. Such description makes reference to the annexed drawings wherein:
[016] Figures 1-3 represent various schematic diagrams of a Unified Transportation Platform for Integrated Ride-Booking and Intercity Travel, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[017] While the present invention is described herein by way of example using embodiments and illustrative drawings, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments of drawing or drawings described and are not intended to represent the scale of the various components. Further, some components that may form a part of the invention may not be illustrated in certain figures, for ease of illustration, and such omissions do not limit the embodiments outlined in any way. It should be understood that the drawings and detailed description thereto are not intended to limit the invention to the particular form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claims. As used throughout this description, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e. meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense, (i.e. meaning must). Further, the words "a" or "an" mean "at least one" and the word "plurality" means "one or more" unless otherwise mentioned. Furthermore, the terminology and phraseology used herein is solely used for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting in scope. Language such as "including," "comprising," "having," "containing," or "involving," and variations thereof, is intended to be broad and encompass the subject matter listed thereafter, equivalents, and additional subject matter not recited, and is not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers or steps. Likewise, the term "comprising" is considered synonymous with the terms "including" or "containing" for applicable legal purposes. Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles and the like is included in the specification solely for the purpose of providing a context for the present invention. It is not suggested or represented that any or all of these matters form part of the prior art base or are common general knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention.
[018] In this disclosure, whenever a composition or an element or a group of elements is preceded with the transitional phrase "comprising", it is understood that we also contemplate the same composition, element or group of elements with transitional phrases "consisting of", "consisting", "selected from the group of consisting of, "including", or "is" preceding the recitation of the composition, element or group of elements and vice versa.
[019] The present invention is described hereinafter by various embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein reference numerals used in the accompanying drawing correspond to the like elements throughout the description. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather, the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. In the following detailed description, numeric values and ranges are provided for various aspects of the implementations described. These values and ranges are to be treated as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the claims. In addition, a number of materials are identified as suitable for various facets of the implementations. These materials are to be treated as exemplary and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.
System Overview
[020] 1. Platform Structure and User Interface
User Login and Registration:
The platform requires users to register or log in, ensuring secure access and personalized service.
Pickup and Drop-Off Selection:
Users can set pickup and drop-off points via a map or text input, providing flexibility in selecting locations.
Vehicle Selection:
The interface offers options for various vehicle types, including bikes, autos, mini cars, SUVs, and intercity buses, addressing both individual and group travel needs.
Company Listing:
Ride options are displayed in ascending order of price, with additional filtering options based on safety, insurance, and vehicle type. This allows users to compare and select providers efficiently.
2. Multi-Vehicle Integration and Comparison
Mova's platform consolidates multiple transportation modes into one interface:
Bikes and Autos: Cost-effective options for short distances, ideal for urban environments.
Mini Cars and SUVs: Available for individual and small group travel, offering flexibility for various user preferences.
Buses: Options for larger groups or intercity travel, expanding beyond typical ride-booking services to include long-distance journeys.
Unified Comparison:
Each transportation option lists the provider, price, estimated arrival, and additional features, such as air conditioning, legroom, and luggage capacity, allowing users to make well-rounded choices.
3. Market Expansion for Moderate and Regional Providers
Mova addresses visibility challenges for moderate and regional ride-booking providers by:
Collaborative Model: Partnering with popular and regional services through API integration to display all options on a single platform.
Promoting Competition: The unified display enables moderate and regional providers to gain market exposure, leveling the competitive field.
Commission Model:
A low-commission structure encourages regional and moderate providers to participate without high costs, making it a sustainable option for small to mid-sized businesses.
4. Secure Payment and Ride Confirmation
Mova's payment system supports a wide range of options:
Multiple Payment Methods: Users can pay via UPI, net banking, e-wallets, and cash, offering flexibility.
OTP-Based Confirmation: For security, the platform generates a one-time password (OTP) that users must enter to confirm the ride, ensuring the correct driver and user are connected.
5. User-Friendly and Transparent Interface
Mova's intuitive design enables:
Easy Navigation: Simple steps to input locations, choose vehicle types, and select providers.
Real-Time Feedback: Users receive immediate feedback on ride availability, estimated arrival times, and fare adjustments.
Feature Transparency:
Users can view safety features, insurance coverage, and privacy policies for each ride, enabling informed choices.
6. Enhanced Security and Data Management
Mova incorporates robust security measures to protect user data:
Encrypted Data Transmission: Ensures secure communication between the app and payment platforms.
Blockchain-Based Data Logging: Provides transparency and accountability, protecting user data from unauthorized access.
Privacy Protocols: Adheres to data protection standards, safeguarding personal information
[021] It is to be understood that the above description is intended to be illustrative, and not restrictive. For example, the above-discussed embodiments may be used in combination with each other. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description.
[022] The benefits and advantages which may be provided by the present invention have been described above with regard to specific embodiments. These benefits and advantages, and any elements or limitations that may cause them to occur or to become more pronounced are not to be construed as critical, required, or essential features of any or all of the embodiments.
[023] While the present invention has been described with reference to particular embodiments, it should be understood that the embodiments are illustrative and that the scope of the invention is not limited to these embodiments. Many variations, modifications, additions and improvements to the embodiments described above are possible. It is contemplated that these variations, modifications, additions and improvements fall within the scope of the invention. 
, Claims:1. A unified ride-booking platform, Mova, that consolidates multiple transportation providers, including local ride-booking and intercity bus travel, within a single application, allowing users to seamlessly compare and book rides from various service providers.
2. A system for displaying ride options sorted by user-prioritized criteria, including price, vehicle type, safety, and additional features, to simplify the decision-making process for selecting transportation.
3. A multi-vehicle selection feature providing access to bikes, autos, mini cars, SUVs, and buses, enabling users to choose appropriate transportation modes for both short and long-distance travel.
4. A secure payment system within Mova that supports UPI, net banking, e-wallets, and cash payments, combined with OTP-based ride initiation for enhanced user safety.
5. A collaborative business model that integrates APIs from popular, moderate, and regional ride-hailing services, promoting visibility for lesser-known providers through a low-commission structure.
6. A feature comparison system in Mova that allows users to view key ride attributes, such as insurance, privacy policies, and safety measures, supporting informed decision-making in ride selection.

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