Canadian food delivery company Foodora has announced a partnership with Toronto-based last-mile delivery robot developer Tiny Mile.
Weighing 10lb (4.5kg), the robot, called Geoffrey, has been developed to provide no-contact, sustainable, artificially intelligent, on-demand delivery in Canada.
Geoffrey, which is electrically-powered and can be charged in 12 hours, can carry up to 6lb (2.7kg) and travels at a maximum speed of 6km/h (3.7mph).
It can deliver to a one-mile radius from a downtown Toronto restaurant within 15 minutes.
Foodora is currently piloting three delivery robots in Toronto, however Tiny Mile said it hopes to have 50 robots delivering with Foodora by July 2020.
Geoffrey is equipped with five cameras that provide the operator behind the remote control with a wide-angle view, zooming capabilities to see building addresses and the ability to see at night.
During the pilot, Tiny Mile staff will walk with the robots to educate restaurants and customers on how to interact with Geoffrey.
While out on delivery, Geoffrey’s trunk is locked so no one can tamper with its contents.
“To better serve our Canadian customers, we’re always seeking out fresh ways to reduce our carbon footprint, while making strides in the on-demand delivery space,” said David Albert, managing director, Foodora Canada.
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