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Amazon Develops AI Smart Glasses for Delivery Personnel

On Wednesday, Amazon revealed its development of artificial intelligence-powered smart glasses specifically designed for its delivery drivers.

The primary goal of these glasses is to offer a hands-free experience, minimizing the need for drivers to constantly shift their focus between their mobile phone, the package being delivered, and the surrounding environment.

Key Features and Functionality

According to the e-commerce leader, these glasses will enable delivery drivers to scan packages, receive step-by-step walking directions, and confirm proof of delivery – all without the use of a phone.

The device utilizes AI-driven sensing technology and computer vision, integrated with cameras, to project a display that highlights potential hazards and delivery-related tasks.

Amazon anticipates that the implementation of these glasses will reduce the time required for each delivery.

This will be achieved by providing drivers with detailed directions and crucial information about potential obstacles directly within their field of vision.

Operational Details

Upon a driver parking at a designated delivery location, the glasses automatically become operational.

They assist the driver in locating the correct package within the vehicle and then guide them to the delivery address.

The glasses are designed to offer clear and concise directions, particularly in complex locations such as apartment buildings and business parks.

A controller, integrated into the delivery vest, accompanies the glasses.

This controller features operational controls, a replaceable battery, and a dedicated emergency alert button.

Additional Capabilities

Amazon confirms that the glasses are compatible with both prescription and transitional lenses, which automatically adapt to varying light conditions.

Currently, the company is conducting trials with delivery drivers across North America.

These trials are intended to refine the technology before a broader deployment is initiated.

Future Enhancements

Reports from last year, as covered by Reuters, indicated Amazon’s work on these smart glasses, making this announcement unsurprising.

Looking ahead, Amazon envisions the glasses providing “real-time defect detection.”

This feature would alert drivers if a package is mistakenly delivered to the incorrect address.

Furthermore, the glasses will be capable of identifying pets in yards and adjusting to challenging conditions like low-light environments.

Related Technological Advancements

Alongside the smart glasses, Amazon also introduced “Blue Jay,” a new robotic arm.

Blue Jay is designed to collaborate with warehouse staff in picking items from shelves and organizing them.

Additionally, a new AI tool named Eluna was unveiled.

Eluna will provide valuable operational insights within Amazon’s warehouse facilities.