Sidewalks are a critical component of urban infrastructure, ensuring safe and accessible pathways for all pedestrians. However, aging infrastructure, tree root damage, and general wear and tear often lead to hazardous conditions, including cracks, uneven surfaces, and obstructions. These issues pose significant risks, particularly for individuals with disabilities who rely on smooth, accessible sidewalks for mobility. 

To address these challenges, Departments of Transportation (DOTs) and cities across the U.S. need a cost-effective and reliable method to streamline the inspection process while adhering to the standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to maintain accessibility. 

The Importance of ADA Compliance 

The ADA mandates that public sidewalks be accessible to individuals with disabilities. This means sidewalks must meet specific standards, including a smooth and even surface; free of tripping hazards; proper curb ramps at intersections; unobstructed paths with a minimum width of 36 inches to accommodate wheelchairs, etc.. 

Non-compliance with ADA regulations can lead to lawsuits, financial penalties, and, most importantly, unsafe conditions for people with disabilities. To keep sidewalks up to code, infrastructure managers need efficient and accurate inspection methods. States like Colorado and California have turned to the XenomatiX’ solution to meet these needs. 

XenoBike: The Turnkey Solution for Sidewalk Condition Inspection 

Traditional sidewalk inspections rely on manual surveys and visual assessments, which are time-consuming, costly, and prone to inconsistencies. XenoBike, an all-terrain vehicle similar to an electric bike, provides a fast, accurate, and cost-friendly solution for sidewalk condition assessment. 

The XenoBike sensor kit consists of: 

✅ A camera to detect cracks and surface irregularities.
✅ A true solid-state LiDAR  for precise mapping
✅ AI-driven analytics
✅ GPS tracking for accurate location data on damaged areas. 

 

Why Turn to XenoBike 

Primarily for its completeness of the information, and for its speed & efficiency—XenoBike can inspect tens of miles of sidewalks in a single day with superior data accuracy, significantly reducing labor costs, all at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions. Additionally, XenoBike leverages AI and automation in post-processing.  

XenoBike sets a new standard for sidewalk inspections, ensuring cities remain walkable, inclusive, and ADA-compliant for years to come.