Amsterdam to launch a fleet of robotic and autonomous ships
A group of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is in charge of the Roboat project, which seeks to implement in Amsterdam a set of robots with the ability to self-assemble to optimize the transport of goods, garbage collection and bridge construction
A joint work of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology -MIT- and the Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions (AMS Institute), the city will launch the project that will implement a fleet of robots that can create bridges autonomously, contribute to the collection of garbage and the efficient transport of goods through the waterways.
MIT began a few years ago the Roboat project, which aims to create autonomous robots with the ability to self-assemble. In addition to the aforementioned functions, they will also allow collecting information through intelligent sensors, microcontrollers, propellers, cameras, GPS modules, among other elements.
A statement from MIT, published on its website, has revealed that the institute is committed to the development of robotic units that can offer a transport service on request through the Amsterdam channels.
Roboat project plans include the creation of automatic bridges that can be used as pedestrian bridges or to organize food markets. That would be the function of the robots, in addition to other tasks.
The robotic units will also allow researchers to collect information on “the structure of the city, the quality of water and air, among other elements.”
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Source: Tekcrispy
