Smart Logistics Application Note

AI & 3D ToF Smart Camera Solution to Reduce Empty Miles

 

In global logistics operations, up to 35% of truck trips are empty (Empty Miles), significantly reducing operational efficiency and generating over 87 million metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually. Traditional GPS tracking and manual inspection methods cannot provide real-time insights into container usage, leading to inefficient transport planning and fleet deployment.

Aetina collaborated with ecosystem partner to combine its DeviceEdge series NVIDIA Jetson-based edge AI platform with partner’s 3D ToF smart sensing solution to deliver a 3D intelligent sensing system that can be installed inside cargo containers.

This system consists of a powerful Aetina's DeviceEdge edge AI platform, leveraging the NVIDIA® Jetson™ system-on-module to enable real-time data processing on-site without relying on the cloud. Supporting NVIDIA Jetson Nano, Xavier NX, and scalable to NVIDIA Orin NX and AGX Orin, it offers deployment flexibility across logistics scenarios. With the integration of a 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) smart camera and vision algorithms, the system captures high-resolution 3D data of container space in real-time, accurately calculating cargo loading percentage and enhancing logistics efficiency and visualized management.

Smart Logistics
Benefits
  • High-Precision Volume Detection : Utilizes ToF depth sensing with up to 12m measurement range, achieving over 95% accuracy with less than 1% blind zone.
  • Real-time Edge AI Processing : Embedded NVIDIA® Jetson™ module enables on-site analysis without cloud reliance.
  • Rapid Deployment : Compact single-point installation inside 40ft containers, fast and easy to integrate.
  • Visual Dashboards : Real-time infrared imaging, 3D point cloud rendering, and intuitive UI for backend decision-making.
  • Mobile Connectivity : Supports 4G/5G network for remote monitoring and firmware updates, adaptable for multi-site use.
Results
  • Reduce Empty Miles : Real-time space visibility improves cargo utilization.
  • Lower Fuel Costs : Optimized loading and routing can cut fuel use by up to 30%.
  • Enhance ESG Goals : Reduce unnecessary carbon emissions to support sustainability.
  • Boost Fleet Efficiency : Visual cargo-to-mile data improves fleet scheduling.
  • Expand Warehouse Use Cases : Scalable to inventory tracking and automated warehousing.

Diagram

Smart Construction
Back
close

Top
ALERT TITLE
Ok
/html>