Rampey provides an autonomous robotic ramp that positions itself at transit stops to bridge the gap between vehicle doors and platforms. Using computer‑vision and LiDAR, the system detects approaching trains or buses, deploys a safety‑gated ramp, and operates continuously with self‑charging and cloud‑based fleet management. The solution is retrofittable to rail, bus and shuttle fleets, helping operators meet accessibility and safety regulations.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Gaps and steps between public‑transport vehicles and platforms create safety hazards and prevent independent boarding for passengers with mobility challenges, while traditional infrastructure fixes are costly and often infeasible on curved or variable‑geometry stations.
Solution
Rampey delivers an autonomous robotic ramp that stations at designated transit stops and automatically deploys to bridge vehicle‑door gaps. The system uses computer‑vision detection and precise positioning algorithms to identify approaching trains or buses and align the ramp without human intervention. Integrated safety gates, voice prompts, lights and motion cues keep the zone clear and communicate robot actions to passengers. The robot operates continuously in all weather conditions, recharges autonomously at a docking station, and reports status via a 24/7 remote monitoring platform. Fleet‑management software records video, sensor data, and a black‑box log for incident review and provides analytics that can be fed into transport‑performance KPIs. The solution is compatible with both rail and bus/shuttle fleets and can be retrofitted to existing infrastructure, reducing the need for expensive platform reconstruction.
Target Audience
Primary customers are public‑transport operators and government transport agencies responsible for rail, bus and autonomous shuttle services that must meet accessibility legislation and safety obligations.
Features
- Computer‑vision and LiDAR‑assisted detection of vehicle doors and precise ramp alignment within a defined safety zone
- Automated safety gates and multi‑modal user alerts (voice, LED, audible alarms) to prevent accidental entry during operation
- Self‑charging dock with autonomous navigation to and from the charging point, enabling continuous deployment
- Weather‑sealed chassis rated for outdoor operation (rain, temperature extremes, dust)
- Integrated security cameras and immutable black‑box recorder for full incident transparency
- Cloud‑based fleet management dashboard with real‑time alerts, video playback, and KPI extraction for patronage analytics
- Remote diagnostics and over‑the‑air software updates, supported by a 24/7 service center
- Modular mounting options for train, bus and autonomous shuttle platforms, complying with relevant safety and accessibility standards