Energy-Effecient Environment Friendly Tractor Trailers
Eric Westcott — March 7, 2014 — Autos
References: gizmodo
Walmart has begun testing on a brand new futuristic aerodynamic trucks. With a current count of 7,000 trucks, Walmart looks to the future.
These futuristic trucks being designed in the Walmart Advanced Vehicle Experience or 'WAVE' project. With almost a 20% increase in aerodynamics and capable of running on most fuel types excluding nuclear, as well as having battery power capabilities, the 'WAVE' is a new friend for the environment.
The cabine is a spacious single seater with LCD screens showing views around the truck eliminates some of those pesky blind spots. A wide windshield provides superior visibility to surrounding traffic.
The ultra-light cargo hold made of one 53-foot piece of carbon fiber allows the trucks to carry more cargo than their older counter parts.
These futuristic trucks being designed in the Walmart Advanced Vehicle Experience or 'WAVE' project. With almost a 20% increase in aerodynamics and capable of running on most fuel types excluding nuclear, as well as having battery power capabilities, the 'WAVE' is a new friend for the environment.
The cabine is a spacious single seater with LCD screens showing views around the truck eliminates some of those pesky blind spots. A wide windshield provides superior visibility to surrounding traffic.
The ultra-light cargo hold made of one 53-foot piece of carbon fiber allows the trucks to carry more cargo than their older counter parts.
Trend Themes
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Futuristic Aerodynamic Trucks — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly tractor-trailers.
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Advanced Vehicle Experience — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing cutting-edge technologies for improving aerodynamics and fuel efficiency in trucks.
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Ultra-light Cargo Hold — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating lightweight yet durable materials for increasing cargo capacity in trucks.
Industry Implications
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Transportation — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry by introducing high-tech, eco-friendly trucks that maximize fuel efficiency.
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Automotive Manufacturing — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive manufacturing industry by incorporating advanced materials and technologies for aerodynamic truck design.
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Sustainable Energy — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the sustainable energy industry by exploring alternative fuel sources and battery technologies for truck propulsion.
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