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Elmo, an Estonian company specializing in teledriving technology, has achieved a significant breakthrough with the official validation of its AI-powered autonomous braking system by the Estonian Traffic Department. This approval enables Elmo’s teledrive technology to operate without a safety driver at higher speeds and without area restrictions, marking a major advancement in driverless mobility and braking technology.
Key Highlights
- Official validation of Elmo’s AI-driven SOS braking system
- Enhanced safety features allowing for higher-speed driverless operations
- Deployment of advanced braking technology across international markets
- Potential applications in road safety and military operations
Enn Laansoo, Jr., CEO and co-founder of Elmo, commented, “Our team is very happy with technological and regulatory progress we have made in the past year, which allows us now to focus on delivering our solutions to our clients. Our pipeline of clients includes multiple car-sharing operators, road safety, and military players in the EU, including Germany, with further potential expansion into the Middle East and the U.S. Parallel to sales, we’re also advancing AI and machine learning upgrades to ensure an even safer teledriving experience, focusing on both functional safety and operational safety standards.”
Elmo’s AI-powered braking system represents a significant step forward in vehicle safety technology. The system’s flawless performance during rigorous testing was instrumental in obtaining approval for driverless high-speed operations. This advanced braking technology ensures that vehicles can respond autonomously to potential hazards, enhancing safety in teledriving applications.
Jürgo Vahtra, Head of the Estonian Traffic Department, praised Elmo’s systematic approach to safety, stating, “Elmo has balanced technology development with practical experience, making their progress safe and reliable. Their AI-driven SOS braking system performed flawlessly in our tests, which was instrumental in granting approval for driverless high-speed operations.”
Since launching the first road-legal teledrive service in public car sharing in Estonia and Finland, Elmo has deployed its technology on public roads in cities like Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Helsinki, Zurich, Krakow, Los Angeles, and soon on Ontario highways. The widespread implementation of Elmo’s advanced braking system demonstrates its reliability and effectiveness in diverse environments.
Elmo’s technology provides a practical alternative to fully autonomous vehicles, offering the efficiency of teledriving with lower hardware and deployment costs. The integration of their AI-powered braking system enhances safety without the need for expensive and complex autonomous driving systems.
Richard Woller, Co-Founder & CEO of technology consulting firm schwarzenberg.tech, commented, “Elmo’s combination of regulatory achievement and real-world deployment across sectors based on a smart technology sets the stage for a next era of adaptable mobility services. We believe that tele-operated driving is key in automated mobility and are impressed by the strong and solution-driven team at Elmo.”
With its ongoing fundraising round, Elmo is actively seeking to expand its capabilities and build on its global footprint, focusing on the implementation of its advanced braking technology. The company plans to enhance its European operations and is considering a launch into the North American market, potentially introducing technology licensing to car rental, road safety, and military companies.
This latest approval not only sets the stage for Elmo’s next phase of growth but also presents a compelling opportunity for investors, clients, and cities interested in cutting-edge teledriving and braking technology for a variety of use cases, including driverless taxis and affordable transportation options.
For more information, please visit www.elmoremote.com.
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