MIT will introduce an autonomous electric boat in Amsterdam
MIT created a fully electric autonomous “Roboat” that would allow people, goods, and trash to be transported on canals reducing the congestions of cities. The Roboat is equipped with 2 propellers at the front and 2 in the rear with 2 thrusters on each side to help it maneuver. To help the Roboat move across the canal are multiple cameras, laser imaging, and GPS. Learn more at Autoblog.com
Transcript: Canal transportation goes autonomous. M.I.T.’s fully electric self-driving watercraft will roam Amsterdam’s canals. "Roboat” aims to be a sustainable transportation option for the populated city. Designed to transport people, goods, and trash. Under the Roboat are 2 propellers at the front and rear of the craft. Along with 2 thrusters on each side to help maneuver the boat across the canal. The craft is also equipped with multiple cameras, laser imaging, and GPS
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