As explained by the publication Computerworld, Daimler company is convinced that the future logistical processes delivery van will coexist with unmanned aerial vehicles. However, van transfer to electric on the example of Vision Van concept has already been made. The vehicle is moved in pure electric to a distance of 267 km from the traction battery capacity of 75 kW � h.
Daimler bought a stake in an American drone developer Matternet, to use the aircraft as a means of delivery of goods at the last section of the route. They are able to carry up to 2 kg of cargo a distance of 19 km through the air, if necessary, changing the battery on automatic stations.
With the new system of sorting the driver does not need to think about shifting parcels. Daimler believes that such systems will improve the efficiency of the delivery of goods in urban areas by 50%, if we consider the last part of the route - from the sorting center to the door of the customer at home.
Daimler has hired for the development of similar systems around 200 professionals who work in research centers in Berlin, Stuttgart and California. Manufacturer of commercial vans is important to adapt the equipment manufactured by the use of future models. By the way, such vans in the future will be available to rent, and not only get into the parks delivery services. Related Products :
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