SMART TRAILER FOR WORKER AND BICYCLE FOLLOWING

Overview

Worker/Bike-Following Smart Trailer to Reduce Urban Emissions and Congestion

Existing e-bikes and e-motorbikes lack payload capacity and escort capability for freight.

This smart trailer uses force/displacement sensors to detect user intent and control following drive.

This smart trailer supports Euro-pallet (810×1200) cargo loading for last-mile delivery.

Core Competencies

Purpose
Eco high-efficiency last-mile delivery technology to reduce urban congestion and environmental burden.

Intent Sensing and Following Control

Force/displacement sensing with motor drive control for intent-based following.

Drive/brake algorithms by connection type: person, bicycle, e-scooter, group control.

Three use-case trailer types with load-cell and extendable sensor options.

Large smart trailer designed for Euro-pallet (810×1200) loading.

Expected Benefits

Driving performance verified: 150 kg payload, 25.6 km/h top speed, 51.1 km range.

Test-bed validation: steering safety, driving convenience, cargo loading convenience.

GHG reduction of about 12.7% when switching from conventional last-mile delivery.

Certifications

Test-bed demonstration (steering safety, drivability, cargo loading convenience)
EuroBike demonstration (Germany)

TRL 7

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