Navetta

The last mile of any shipment to an urban destination is always the least efficient part of the delivery system due to traffic, pedestrians, and the high employee-to-package ratio. Marble envisioned that costly last mile being performed by autonomous delivery modules.

Intrigued by the heeling dog’s form and our natural inclination to trust its behavior, shapes were abstracted while considering functionality. Autonomous technology should symbolize loyalty, reliability, and foster user connection and empathy.

‘Navetta’ translates from Italian as ‘Shuttle,’ a nod to both its function as a conveyance and forward-looking applications. A third pair of wheels extend to provide lift and stability over curbs and uneven terrain.