Have you ever experienced a scenario where you’re smoothly driving along the road, enjoying a perfect ride, when suddenly — there it is — you encounter a pothole?
The impact jolts your vehicle and prompts thoughts about the ongoing battle against these road adversaries. But fear not, that situation could soon be a thing of the past.
Robotiz3d, a tech company, is actively working on its Autonomous Road Repair System (ARRES) comprising three innovative technologies.
ARRES Eye: Detecting Area Issues
An essential element of the system, the ARRES Eye technology is strategically integrated into various vehicles, including buses, trucks, and repair vehicles. These vehicles meticulously inspect road surfaces for signs of deterioration as they navigate urban streets and industrial settings.
Artificial Intelligence (AI): Unveiled
By leveraging advanced imaging technologies, ARRES Eye identifies area issues like potholes, cracks, and other damages, pinpointing their exact locations, assessing their severity, and prioritizing maintenance tasks. A centralized database stores the collected information for efficient management.
ARRES Prevent: The Sinkhole-Preventing Robot
ARRES Prevent employs an unmanned robotic vehicle and artificial intelligence (AI) to address potholes proactively. This lightweight robotic vehicle operates day and night, autonomously patrolling the streets. Equipped with waypoint tracking, it can navigate independently or under remote guidance.
When ARRES Prevent detects minor cracks on road surfaces, it promptly seals them using innovative materials to prevent water infiltration, thus averting pothole formation. Real-time maintenance data is logged for precise control, ensuring effective upkeep. Notably, the initial field trial of this system has concluded successfully.
The development of this automated solution was spearheaded by Robotiz3d, in collaboration with Hertfordshire County Council Highways Engineers and the University of Liverpool.
ARRES Ultra: Advancing Highway Repair
As Robotiz3d advances its mission, it is introducing ARRES Ultra, a robust machine designed for substantial repairs. This advanced system is capable of addressing larger surface cracks and fully developed potholes, offering site planning, precise filling of damaged areas, and compacting for a seamless finish. Rigorous testing and enhancement efforts are underway to pave the way for full-scale production, heralding a new era in road maintenance.
In conclusion, the ARRES project represents a significant leap in infrastructure management, with the potential to revolutionize road maintenance practices. Stay tuned for the silent yet impactful work of ARRES in ensuring smooth and safe roads for all travelers.
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