Under AI control: the first unmanned tram in Belarus is planned to launch in Mozyr

The first rail transport controlled by AI is planned to launch in Mozyr. The start-up project is under development. This sb.by reported in the Gomel regional executive committee.

The peculiarity of Mozyr tram routes, which partially pass outside the city limits, makes them optimal for testing and implementation of such autonomous technologies of the concept of formation of smart cities. Unmanned trams will be equipped with modern navigation and control systems that will allow interaction with the city infrastructure, including traffic lights. Artificial intelligence will take over the main operations: driving along the route, stopping in the right places, braking, opening and closing doors. At the same time, the AI will be coordinated by the driver, who will remain in the cockpit as a flight engineer. Its task is to monitor the operation of the system and insure in case of force majeure.

The main goals of the innovative project are to improve road safety, reduce accidents and minimize the human factor. The project is developed by BCM Holding together with Russian partners.