We began by wanting to conduct research into Starships and automated delivery as a whole, so we could better understand our design space - including the capabilities, limitations, and opinions on current Starship use.

Affinity Diagram of our background research

<aside> 💡 There is more demand for automated delivery services, but the infrastructure and regulations may not be ready to handle this shift.

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<aside> 💡 There are concerns about the impact of automated delivery on jobs and the economy.

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<aside> 💡 The last-mile problem includes delays and inefficiencies in the final delivery stretch, exacerbated by increased package volumes.

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<aside> 💡 Some delivery platforms are integrating with larger delivery platforms and retail chains to improve sustainability.

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