# Autonomous Cargo Ships The Algoritmi Self-Steers Using a Computer System, Sensors and 360-Cameras By M | Published 2016-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-ships References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/07/26/autonomous-ships-of-the-future/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/Aziz-Belkharmoudi) With [autonomous driving becoming increasingly prevalent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vehicle-innovation) in road vehicles, designer BelKharmoudi Aziz is utilizing a similar [self-steering system to power cargo ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maritime-transportation-system) in his design of the Algoritmi. The ships are designed to be entirely autonomous by utilizing sensors, 360-degree cameras and a computer system to guide the ship to and from its destinations. The Algoitmi ship utilizes [artificial intelligence (AI)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faraday-fx-super-one) to ensure safe transportation without the need for human control. The ship features a 800-meter length for carrying a variety of cargo products, an atomic fusion engine and wind turbines as natural energy sources. The ship sails smoothly through the water thanks to satellite GPS systems, collision-control technology and cameras. The use of a robotic command system reduces the need for human crews and captains to oversee the vessels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Autonomous Cargo Ships:** The use of autonomous technology in shipping could revolutionize the industry, significantly reduce costs and improve safety measures. - **Self-steering Technologies:** The development of self-steering technologies such as sensors, cameras and AI can be applied to other industries such as aviation and transportation to reduce human error and increase efficiency. - **Sustainable Energy Sources:** The use of sustainable energy sources such as atomic fusion engines and wind turbines in autonomous cargo ships presents an opportunity for further research and development in the renewable energy industry. ### Where This Applies - **Shipping:** The development of autonomous cargo ships could disrupt the shipping industry, reducing the need for human crews and captains and reducing costs. - **Maritime Technology:** Self-steering technologies and AI can be applied to other areas of maritime technology, improving safety and efficiency in navigation and shipping. - **Renewable Energy:** The use of sustainable energy sources in autonomous cargo ships presents opportunities for further research and development in renewable energy technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Cabin-Free Shipping Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-electric-truck.md) - [Water-Mapping Autonomous Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vessel.md) - [Wind-Powered Cargo Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windpowered-cargo-ship.md) - [Water-Mapping Autonomous Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermapping-autonomous-boats.md) - [Autonomous Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/callboats-cat-10l.md) - [Autonomous Sailing Research Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/research-vessel.md) - [Living Area-Equipped Shipping Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geely-homtruck.md) - [Ammonia-Powered Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novel-ship.md) - [Self-Driving Cargo Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ewagon.md)