France plans to build self-driving trains for passenger transport by 2023

France's National Railways (SNFC) has announced that it intends to adopt the "TGVS" self-driving train, an abbreviation for French high-speed trains, to begin operations by 2023. The company has launched the " On the idea of ​​this project, plans to start testing the prototype during 2019.

The idea of ​​self-driving public transport has caused uneasiness among some, evoking some scenes from Speed ​​and the possible failures of such systems. However, every possible gap must be resolved after years of preparation and testing.

The SNFC trains, which now travel at speeds of up to 321 km / h, will include automatic brakes for normal and emergency situations, as well as sensors that enable trains to identify any object in their path. Observers will remain on the train in the first flights to ensure safety and in anticipation of any mistake. Remote control - an option available - will allow you to safely control multiple situations that are difficult to predict

The increased popularity of self-driving vehicles brings us closer to a promising future with safer, more efficient and cost-effective transport. Vehicle manufacturers worldwide are investing from Tesla to Toyota in the development of self-propelled vehicles, and autosurfing is expected to be seen in some places in the United States within less than two months.

Self-propelled vehicles continue to evolve without slowing down, so the next train may not carry any supervisor on board.
Sources: The Verge, Francetvinfo