Development of an Autonomous Vehicle Yard Management System with Driver and Operator Interfaces

The client faces inefficiencies and safety concerns associated with manual vehicle maneuvering within restricted yard areas. Existing processes involve significant manual driver input and limited real-time management, leading to prolonged turnaround times and coordination challenges. There is a need for an integrated system that automates yard vehicle movements and facilitates seamless communication between autonomous vehicles, yard operators, and loading personnel via web and mobile interfaces.

A logistics company operating large-scale yard facilities seeking to implement autonomous vehicle maneuvering and management solutions for efficient yard operations.

• Deliver components supporting autonomous vehicle maneuvering within designated yard zones, including real-time vehicle control and navigation.
• Develop web-based interfaces for yard operators to monitor and manage vehicle activities and coordinate loading/unloading processes.
• Create mobile applications for drivers and yard personnel to facilitate communication, status updates, and operational commands.
• Ensure timely delivery of system components within strict project timelines to enable live demonstrations and operational validation.
• Enable end-to-end testing with real vehicles to validate system performance and safety compliance before deployment.

• Yard Server component for real-time vehicle control and navigation management
• Web-based Yard Operator interface for monitoring vehicle status and managing operations
• Mobile applications for drivers and loaders for communication, command issuance, and status reporting
• Application requirement specification and integration protocols for seamless component interoperability
• User interface design tailored for quick adoption and operational efficiency
• End-to-end test scenario development and validation with vehicle emulators and real trucks

• Vehicle control systems and onboard automation modules
• Real-time data exchange protocols between vehicle, yard server, and interfaces
• Vehicle emulator and real vehicle testing environments

• System must support rapid development and deployment within a 3-month timeframe
• Reliable, real-time data processing with minimal latency
• Secure communication channels to safeguard operational data
• High system availability and fault tolerance during operation and testing

The implementation of this autonomous yard management system aims to significantly reduce vehicle maneuvering times, improve safety and operational efficiency, and enhance coordination between autonomous vehicles and human personnel. Successful deployment is projected to facilitate live demonstrations and validate the system’s robustness, potentially leading to broader adoption and optimized yard logistics processes.