Driver shortages, rising CO₂ emissions, and shrinking margins – the challenges facing the transport industry are clear. Many logistics experts agree: the future of transportation will be shaped by autonomously driven electric trucks. However, no one can yet predict when the technology will be fully ready for public road use. The Munich-based start-up Fernride, in collaboration with Sensodrive, has already introduced a solution for port logistics that enables autonomous trucks to operate today.
100% Reliability with Sensodrive: Autonomous Vehicles with Human Support
In controlled environments such as logistics hubs and ports, Fernride’s autonomous electric trucks are already in operation. A key factor in their success is human-assisted autonomy. Autonomous operations are continuously monitored from a control center. When a truck encounters a complex situation, a human operator takes control and remotely navigates the vehicle. This “human-in-the-loop” approach ensures reliable handling of edge cases and seamless integration into existing workflows—supported by Sensodrive’s high-end control solutions, which enable precise and intuitive operation.
High-Precision Teleoperation with SensoWheel and SensoPedals
For its teleoperation system, Fernride relies on Sensodrive’s Force Feedback technology, integrating SensoWheel steering wheels and SensoPedals into its remote-control cockpits. With market-leading simulation hardware, operators receive fully realistic haptic feedback for all driving actions. Steering, braking, and acceleration can be felt as directly as if they were sitting inside the vehicle. This highly immersive driving experience is enabled by the precise force feedback of Sensodrive’s technology, which is also used in high-end automotive simulators. It allows operators to work with greater precision and confidence, improving both efficiency and reliability. At the same time, the industrial-grade robustness of the components ensures long-term, reliable operation.
Reliable Technology for the Transition to Autonomous Transport
With its innovative solutions, Fernride is shaping the logistics of tomorrow and taking a leading role in transport automation. By combining advanced teleoperation with Sensodrive’s precise control technologies, a bridge is created between today’s operations and a fully autonomous future. This demonstrates how human expertise and advanced technology can work hand in hand to significantly improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability across global supply chains.
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