The Mobile Robot Directory

Enjoy the first episode of The Mobile Robot Directory Podcast! Javier Miguélez and Emil Hauch Jensen talk to Vincent Burg, CEO of Accerion about Mobile Robot Localization. This brand new podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and on the Mobile Robot Directory website. Please give it a listen and tell us what you think? What did you learn from this episode? What topic would you like us to cover next?

Mobile robots consume far less energy compared to traditional methods.

🤖 Mobile robots in the new assembly models     🚗 In recent years there have been many changes in the automotive industry due to the introduction of electric and hybrid cars. In this way, today it is common for diesel, gasoline, hybrid and electric cars to be produced on the same assembly line. Thus, new assembly models have been proposed and all of them are using AGVs and AMRs:   ➡️ Line Assembly: a traditional assembly line working on mobile robots.  ➡️ Parallelized Assembly line: some line stations are doubled in order to guarantee Takt Time. Again, mobile robots are used for the connection of the stations.  ➡️ Lines-less Assembly: The assembly is performed in workstations, not in line. These workstations are connected by means of mobile robots.  ➡️ Line-less Mobile Assembly: workstations with tools moving among stations. Mobile robots are used for the logistics transportation of the product and for the movement of the tools.    🎯 Let’s see why is so interesting to use mobile robots for this new assembly landscape:  Flexibility for modifications and extensions.  Cost effective modifications and extensions.  No fixed structures.  Adaptability for potential new models.    ❓And now the question is: Do you think these assembly models can be applied to other industries? Leave your comment below!     📲 Video provided by Florian Palatini and developed by Werkzeugmaschinenlabor, WZL der RWTH Aachen & Konsortial-Forschungsprojekt AIMFREE. More project information via Center XL Assembly and Jonas Rachner ➕ Guido Hüttemann.     #robotics #technology #innovation These insights are from Javier Miguélez, Mobile Robotics Consultant and Co- Founder of The Mobile Robot Directory. Follow us for more weekly videos like this.

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Our Vendor of the Week is E-COBOT, a forward-thinking robotics company known for its cutting-edge cobotics and AI-powered mobile solutions. 🚀 Founded in 2016 and headquartered in France, E-COBOT has made a name for itself by designing flexible and highly adaptive AMRs that enhance human productivity. Their diverse range of robots covers everything from automated forklifts and conveyor robots to mobile manipulators and tugger solutions, making them a strong contender for businesses looking to automate material handling. Why Should You Pay Attention to E-COBOT? ✅ Versatile Solutions: Whether you need pallet transport, inventory movement, or shelf-to-person automation, E-COBOT offers a broad selection of AMRs tailored to different logistics and warehouse needs. ✅ Advanced Cobotics: Their Mobile Manipulator series takes human-robot collaboration to the next level, providing dexterity and precision in handling tasks. ✅ Customizable & Scalable: From off-the-shelf solutions to tailor-made robotic platforms, they ensure businesses can integrate automation without overhauling existing workflows. ✅ Efficiency & Safety: Their automated forklifts and tugger robots streamline warehouse operations, reducing manual strain while increasing throughput. E-COBOT is proving that cobotics and AI-driven automation can make warehouses and factories smarter, safer, and more efficient. #Automation #Robotics #Innovation

This is how Geely Auto Group is automating Work in Progress transportation with 150 Q7-1000D mobile robots from HIK Robot 🚗🤖. Geely Auto Group, a leading automobile manufacturer based in Zhejiang, China, has partnered with HIK Robot to introduce autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) across various stages of production. This initiative, aimed at improving efficiency and accuracy in intralogistics, involved deploying 150 Q7-1000D mobile robots to automate material handling between work cells 🚀. In their assembly, welding, and knock-down (KD) workshops, Geely faced significant challenges in terms of manual material handling and inefficient use of labor. The introduction of AMRs helped them transition away from traditional transport methods, such as tow tractors, which were slower and less efficient. The AMRs can even work in dark environments to reduce energy consumption 🌍🔋. Benefits Realized: Assembly Workshop: By automating inbound and outbound delivery using AMRs, Geely increased both production efficiency and picking accuracy by 20%, achieving 100% accuracy 🎯.  Welding Workshop: The adoption of AMRs led to a 28% reduction in labor costs and energy consumption while enhancing the efficiency of Work in Progress (WIP) delivery 📉💡.  KD Workshop: Productivity doubled, and labor intensity was significantly reduced as both latent mobile robots and forklift robots streamlined material distribution from raw materials to finished products 🏗️. By integrating their intelligent Warehouse Management System (iWMS) with these robots, Geely now enjoys better coordination across their entire production line, enabling smarter, more efficient factory operations. This success story demonstrates the transformative power of automation in the automotive industry, where flexibility and efficiency are key to staying competitive in a fast-paced manufacturing landscape 🚙💨. If you're considering automating your production processes, this case shows what’s possible when AMRs are effectively integrated into factory logistics.  

Mobile robot detaching from peripheral 🤖     If you pay attention, you will see that the mobile robot in the video transports a conveyor and on top of the conveyor a pallet. The interesting point is that the mobile robot and the conveyor are completely independent, which means that the mobile robot can attach the conveyor or not depending on the goods to be transported. ⏩      Besides a conveyor, this solution can allow you to transport: 🎯   - Additional lifting table.   - Robot arms.   - Simple metal pallets.  - Turning tables.   - Gantries    I think this can be an interesting solution for aerospace industry, since the frequency of movements is usually low and you can combine several flows. Do you know any potential application in which it could be interesting that the AGV or AMR can detach from peripherals? Leave your comment below 👇     This mobile robot has been designed and manufactured by IDASA. It is equipped with steer and drive from Steering Machines, mobile robotics software from Beta Robots and laser scanners from sick. Many thanks for the video Oriol. 📲     #innovation #technology #robots These insights are from Javier Miguélez, Mobile Robotics Consultant and Co- Founder of The Mobile Robot Directory. Follow us for more weekly videos like this.   

Mobile robots are transforming industries, but adoption is not always easy.

🤖 Collaboration between mobile robots   🤔 We never think about the communication and collaboration between mobile robots from a human perspective. We always think about it from a machine perspective, that is, from a technical and industrial perspective. Let me explain.   🔗 In the video you can see how two mobile robots agree between themselves to both work and charge. There is no upper system, the robots simply communicate with each other and perform an action. This is how human collaborations work (as long as they speak the same language). However, in mobile robotics it is very common for decisions to be made from an upper system (typically a fleet manager).   ⚙ This difference between our human way of collaborating and the way we design the collaboration between robots is one of the main reasons why automating a manual logistics process is not as easy as replacing manual machines with AGVs or AMRs.   🎯 This week, Meirav Hadad-Segev from Brillianetor taught me some lateral fresh thinking: when humans collaborate, they are not only organized in a way that makes them work together. They also: · Help each other in case of need. · Solve problems together. · Take advantage of joint learnings. ❓ My question is: What human behaviors do you think we can apply to mobile robotics? Leave your comment below 👇 📲 Many thanks for the video Shlomi Guterman. #innovation #technology #robots These insights are from Javier Miguélez, Mobile Robotics Consultant and Co- Founder of The Mobile Robot Directory. Follow us for more weekly videos like this.

Our Vendor of the Week is Donglisheng M&E Technology, a company making big moves in industrial automation with its intelligent forklift AGVs and autonomous pallet trucks. 🚀 Founded in 2016 and based in Wuhan, China, Donglisheng M&E has quickly gained recognition for its high-tech solutions in material handling automation. Their range of AGVs and AMRs is designed to improve efficiency, reduce manual labor, and enhance workplace safety in warehouses and manufacturing environments. Why Should You Pay Attention to Donglisheng M&E Technology? 🔹 Comprehensive Mobile Robot Portfolio – From automated forklifts to pallet trucks and platform AGVs, they offer solutions for diverse material transport needs. 🔹 Precision Navigation – Their robots use laser LiDAR navigation and 2D SLAM for accurate movement and obstacle avoidance. 🔹 Versatility Across Industries – Suitable for automotive, logistics, and manufacturing, with robots capable of handling loads from 200kg to 3000kg. 🔹 Smart Fleet Management – Integration with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Fleet Management Systems ensures seamless operations. 🔹 Global Reach & Strategic Partnerships – Strong collaborations across industries ensure reliable and high-quality components for their robots. With a customer-centric approach and a focus on innovation, Donglisheng M&E Technology is helping businesses bridge the gap between manual handling and full automation. If you're considering AGVs or AMRs for your operations, Donglisheng M&E Technology is worth exploring. #Automation #Innovation #Robotics