Amsterdam Schiphol’s Innovative New Taxibot

Before COVID-19 changed the world, one of the biggest topics in the airline industry was the environment, and ways the industry can reduce emissions, including carbon offset schemes.

Release time : 2020-04-24 09:49:36

source : onemileatatime.com

runway, so that they can keep their engines off for as long as possible, instead using the power of the tractor

This would reduce overall fuel burn on the ground by 50-85%, resulting in reduced emissions

The taxibot can turn on its axis with four wheel steering and drive sideways, so it can maneuver easily

The taxibot can maintain normal taxiing speeds of up to 50km/hr

For now this is in the testing phase in order to determine safety and operational feasibility, though they’re hoping to eventually roll this out on a widespread basis.

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