Amazon introduces self-driving delivery robot, Scout
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Amazon has introduced self-driving delivery service dubbed Scout – an all-electric self-driving vehicle that will maneuver across sidewalks in order to deliver purchased items to customers. Scout is the size of a ‘small cooler’ and can roll along sidewalks, delivering packages safely to a customer’s doorstep. The device is currently operating in Snohomish County, Washington, the company announced Wednesday.
“The devices will autonomously follow their delivery route but will initially be accompanied by an Amazon employee,” Amazon said in a statement. “We developed Amazon Scout at our research and development lab in Seattle, ensuring the devices can safely and efficiently navigate around pets, pedestrians and anything else in their path.”
Customers in Snohomish County can order just as they normally would and their Amazon packages will be delivered either by one of our trusted partner carriers or by Amazon Scout.
According to the release, Amazon is starting with six Amazon Scout devices, delivering packages Monday through Friday, during daylight hours.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary function of the new Amazon Scout device?
What is the primary function of the new Amazon Scout device?
Amazon Scout is an all-electric, self-driving vehicle designed to navigate sidewalks. Its purpose is to deliver purchased items directly to customers' doorsteps safely, autonomously following a delivery route.
Q.Where is the Amazon Scout delivery service currently being trialled?
Where is the Amazon Scout delivery service currently being trialled?
The Amazon Scout delivery service is currently operating in Snohomish County, Washington. It was announced by the company on Wednesday that this location is the starting point for the new delivery system.
Q.How many Amazon Scout devices are being used for the initial rollout?
How many Amazon Scout devices are being used for the initial rollout?
Amazon is starting the service with six Amazon Scout devices. These devices will be delivering packages from Monday through Friday, operating specifically during daylight hours for the initial phase.
Q.Will an Amazon employee accompany the Scout devices during their deliveries initially?
Will an Amazon employee accompany the Scout devices during their deliveries initially?
Yes, the devices will autonomously follow their delivery route, but they will initially be accompanied by an Amazon employee. This is to ensure safe and efficient navigation around obstacles like pets and pedestrians.
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