Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-04-26 21:43Core Insights - The Qingdao Port's fully automated container terminal has set a new world record with an average operational efficiency of 60.9 natural boxes per hour [1] - Zhang Liangang, leader of the "Liangang Innovation Team," has successfully broken this world record for the twelfth time [2] - In 2013, China had no automated terminals among the world's top ten container ports, prompting Qingdao Port to initiate an automated terminal construction project [3] Group 1 - The project was led by Zhang Liangang, who was recovering from lung cancer surgery at the time, demonstrating a strong commitment to innovation and hard work [3][4] - The automated terminal officially opened on May 11, 2017, achieving a record operational efficiency of 26.1 natural boxes per hour during its first commercial operation [4] - The team set ambitious goals for subsequent phases, including the introduction of hydrogen power and 5G technology [4] Group 2 - The AGV path planning algorithm is crucial for the automated terminal's production control system, with team members conducting extensive testing in harsh conditions to develop a new, efficient algorithm [5] - The team has transitioned from "following" to "leading" in the industry, with ongoing plans for technological innovations, including artificial intelligence and green port development [6] - Zhang Liangang envisions contributing to the construction of a world-class marine port cluster, aiming to position Chinese ports at the forefront globally [6]