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Silent Glide is an AI driven battery electric ferry system that is designed to operate in inland and in-shore environments.
About
Silent Glide is an AI managed electric ferry system that ensures optimum operation with almost on demand scheduling with passenger need predictive modelling, optimised fleet deployment and vessel charging patterns to minimise operating costs. The vessels are designed around SWATH technology to maximise stability and power efficiency, while at the same time delivering low noise level operation.
Key Benefits
AI Fleet Management.
Our AI driven fleet management system is deployed as part of our Silent Glide ferry system. The system is being developed to provide a fleet management package that will provide an optimised and cost effective ferry fleet.
Our AI doesn't just react to current demand; it anticipates future needs. By analysing historical data, real-time inputs (like traffic, weather, and event schedules), and even emerging patterns, the system is designed to accurately predict passenger flow. This allows for proactive adjustments to ferry schedules and resource allocation, minimising wait times, preventing overcrowding, and ensuring optimal efficiency. We use advanced machine learning models, including time series analysis and neural networks, to continuously refine our predictions and adapt to evolving demand patterns.
Our platform is designed for dynamic optimisation, meaning it can adapt to changing conditions in real-time. If there's an unexpected surge in demand, a traffic disruption, or a mechanical issue, the system automatically adjusts ferry routes, dispatches additional vessels, and communicates updates to passengers. This ensures a seamless and responsive service, even in the face of unforeseen circumstances. The AI also optimises charging schedules based on ferry availability, minimising operational costs and maximising the lifespan of the vessel's batteries.
Vessel Design.
Silent Glide vessels are designed around SWATH technology with a flexible passenger or cargo capacity. The vessel is optimised for in-shore or inland waterway operation and is ideal for inter-city operations. SWATH, Small Water-plane, Twin Hull, vessels are catamarans where the twin hulls are submerged below the waterline. SWATH vessels have exceptional stability and reduced motion even in rough seas providing an enhanced experience for passengers and improved stability for cargo applications.
The electric SWATH drive system provides a ferry system that enhances passenger comfort while benefitting the environment from the zero emissions drive system. The AI management package ensure optimised vessel usage and charging minimising costs and maximising passenger satisfaction by ensuring vessel availability even at peak operating times.
Applications
The Silent Glide AI managed Electric Ferry system is optimised for inland waterways and in-shore applications. The vessels are ideal, with their SWATH technology for water taxi and shuttle services. Tourist operations and port tender boat applications.