The truck is equipped with the extremely intelligent 'Highway Pilot' assistance system, which enables it to drive autonomously at speeds of up to 85 km/hr.
Radar sensors and camera technology enable the Future Truck to drive autonomously, independently of other vehicles or central control stations.
Its technical features are thus crucial in giving the Mercedes-Benz Future Truck 2025 its outstanding capabilities as an autonomous vehicle.
A radar sensor in the lower area of the front end scans the road ahead at long and short range. The front radar sensor has a range of 250 m and scans an 18-degree segment, states Daimler.
The short-range sensor has a range of 70 m and scans a 130-degree segment. The radar sensor is the basis for the proximity control and emergency braking safety systems already available today.
This is currently the location of a mono-camera if optional Lane Keeping Assist is ordered.
The range of the stereo camera is 100 m, and it scans an area of 45 degrees horizontally and 27 degrees vertically.
The camera recognises everything that contrasts with the background, and is therefore also able to measure clearances precisely. The front stereo camera also registers the information on traffic signs.
Autonomous driving relieves the driver of "having to" drive, especially on tiring and often monotonous long-distance routes.
The transport company, dispatcher and goods recipient are constantly informed about the location, route and expected time of arrival in real time, so the driver is relieved of time pressure.
Fuel consumption and emissions are significantly reduced during autonomous driving, says Daimler.
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