JD's "Drone" Delivery Technology Transports Packages
Laura McQuarrie — September 2, 2016 — Tech
References: jd & techinasia
While drone delivery technology typically refers to the use of an unmanned quadcopter that travels through the air, Chinese eCommerce company JD is unveiling a "drone" of its own that can autonomously travel on land.
The delivery bots take the form of a small six-wheeled buggy that has six compartments of different sizes that are suited to carrying a range of package sizes. Once fully loaded, the autonomous bot is able to select its own route and begin on its way, all the while, avoiding obstacles with built-in avoidance technology; the bot is so smart that it can even recognize colored lights at traffic intersections.
Once the bot arrives at a delivery destination, a user can be notified of the drone's presence via the JD app. To access the package inside, they must key in a unique code for pickup.
The delivery bots take the form of a small six-wheeled buggy that has six compartments of different sizes that are suited to carrying a range of package sizes. Once fully loaded, the autonomous bot is able to select its own route and begin on its way, all the while, avoiding obstacles with built-in avoidance technology; the bot is so smart that it can even recognize colored lights at traffic intersections.
Once the bot arrives at a delivery destination, a user can be notified of the drone's presence via the JD app. To access the package inside, they must key in a unique code for pickup.
Trend Themes
1. Autonomous Delivery Buggies - The trend of using autonomous delivery buggies presents an opportunity for businesses to optimize last-mile logistics and streamline package delivery.
2. Drone Delivery Technology - The trend of utilizing drone delivery technology on land offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the logistics and e-commerce industries, with potential for faster and more efficient package transportation.
3. Smart Delivery Bots - The trend of deploying smart delivery bots equipped with obstacle avoidance and recognition technology opens up opportunities for businesses to enhance customer experience and automate last-mile delivery operations.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - The e-commerce industry can leverage autonomous delivery buggies and drone delivery technology to improve the speed and efficiency of package delivery, providing a competitive advantage.
2. Logistics - The logistics industry can adopt smart delivery bots to optimize last-mile logistics, reduce delivery costs, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
3. Technology - The technology industry has the potential to develop advanced autonomous systems and recognition technologies to support the growth of autonomous delivery buggies and drone delivery solutions.
4.2
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
