Autonomous Passenger Boarding Bridge Deployment in 35 Seconds

This clip showcases CLX Engineering’s new fully autonomous Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB) making a smooth, rapid docking at Atlanta's busiest airport. In just 35 seconds, the bridge:

  • Maneuvers itself into place

  • Utilizes advanced machine vision cameras for precise alignment

  • Safely connects its canopy to the aircraft with no human intervention

This system dramatically reduces docking time compared to manual processes, cutting it nearly in half from the typical 90 to 120 seconds down to under 45 seconds in some cases.

Watch closely to see the machine vision-based approach in action as sensors detect clearances and align the bridge fluidly and accurately. This demonstration at Hartsfield-Jackson represents a significant advancement in terminal automation, offering faster aircraft turnarounds and improved ground safety.

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Autonomous Passenger Boarding Bridge Docking System