This Robot Gas Pump Could Change the Way We View Refueling
Jennifer Paul — January 31, 2014 — Autos
References: fuelmatics & mashable
The robot gas pump could revolutionize fueling up your vehicle. Pumping gas during cold weather can be such a hassle, but it is necessary. Your hands get cold, your face gets chilling winds blown its way at 15 miles per hour or more and it can be exhausting. Filling up your tank will soon become a whole lot easier based on a drive-thru fuel station. We could be seeing these robot gas pumps very soon. Once the drivers have arrived at the station the pump, infrared lights will locate the fuel door and open it up with a suction cup. It will then insert an automated nozzle into the car’s tank and start fueling.
Missouri-based Husky Corporation teamed up with Swedish company Fuelmatics Systems to create this one-of-a-kind robot. The robot gas pump will offer drivers the convenience of a personal attendant without ever having to leave their vehicles. This make every driver very thankful in the winter months.
Missouri-based Husky Corporation teamed up with Swedish company Fuelmatics Systems to create this one-of-a-kind robot. The robot gas pump will offer drivers the convenience of a personal attendant without ever having to leave their vehicles. This make every driver very thankful in the winter months.
Trend Themes
1. Automated Fueling - The robot gas pump could revolutionize fueling up your vehicle by automating the process and eliminating the need for drivers to leave their vehicles.
2. Drive-thru Fuel Station - The concept of a drive-thru fuel station offers convenience and efficiency for drivers, allowing them to quickly refuel without getting out of their vehicles.
3. Hands-free Fueling - The robot gas pump enables hands-free fueling by utilizing technology like infrared lights to locate and open the fuel door and automatically insert the nozzle into the car's tank.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The implementation of robot gas pumps presents an opportunity for automakers to collaborate with fueling systems providers to integrate this technology into their vehicles and enhance the refueling experience for customers.
2. Energy Industry - The development of robot gas pumps could disrupt the energy industry by automating fueling processes, potentially leading to increased efficiency, reduced waiting times, and optimized resource management.
3. Retail Industry - Drive-thru fuel stations equipped with robot gas pumps could create new opportunities for retail businesses, allowing them to expand into offering fueling services and capitalize on the convenience trend.
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