Nip Impressions: W/O 12 May 25 On the Horizon in Transportation
Pulp & Paper Radio International · Pulp & Paper Radio Intl
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Show Notes
This column discusses advancements in transportation
technology that could improve efficiency and safety. It highlights the
immediate potential of equipping long-haul trucks with existing safety features
found in passenger cars, which could reduce accidents and costs. Furthermore,
the text explores the emergence of autonomous delivery vehicles, citing
examples like Gatik's medium-duty trucks for retail and Aurora's heavy-duty
trucks for freight, acknowledging that public perception and funding have been
challenges. Finally, it points to the current availability and potential of
smaller autonomous robots for internal operations, such as maintenance within
facilities, suggesting that these examples indicate the beginning of widespread
adoption of these technologies.