By Manish Mehan
The advent of elevators marked a revolutionising shift in vertical transportation, reshaping living and working environments by facilitating seamless movement within buildings. As technology rapidly progresses, elevators are undergoing a transformative integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud-based systems. The combination of digitisation and AI ensures a smoother ride for occupants, highlighting the significant impact of technology on the safety and efficiency of vertical transportation systems.
Here are a few ways AI enhance the elevator experience:Predictive traffic management: AI-driven elevator sensor analysis predicts failures, reducing breakdown risks and downtime. API integration in building management systems swiftly notifies staff, improving efficiency and facilities management. In high-rise buildings, AI and cloud services optimize traffic, minimising wait times. Elevator surveillance with AI identifies safety risks, alerting security promptly. This proactive approach enhances overall building safety. Together, these technologies elevate efficiency, passenger experience, and safety measures in building management.
Personalised experiences: The latest connected elevator solutions have the capability to identify specific passengers and customise their elevator experience based on individual preferences. This personalisation extends to anticipating the needs of passengers who frequently use the elevator at specific times, allowing the AI system to optimise the ride for a more tailored experience. The use of customised application programming interfaces (APIs) adds a layer of ultimate flexibility, enabling the effective utilisation of data for building automation purposes.
Design and manufacturing: Generative AI has the potential to transform elevator design and manufacturing, enabling the creation of innovative components and systems while optimising the production process. This technology empowers engineers to explore unconventional solutions, leading to safer, more reliable, and energy-efficient elevators.
Elevators now function as intelligent systems, equipped with AI-driven driven elevating systems which further predict, manage, monitor, and offer rides that dynamically adjust to users’ requirements.
The author is CEO, MD, TK Elevator India
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