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Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR)

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An Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) is a self-navigating robotic system used in industrial environments to transport materials.

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An Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) leverages sensors, cameras, and onboard processing to dynamically navigate and transport goods within industrial settings. Unlike Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), AMRs do not require structured paths such as magnetic strips or tracks, making them ideal for complex and variable manufacturing workflows.

examples

An AMR at a 10,000 m² (107,639 ft²) automotive manufacturing facility efficiently transports engine components between assembly stations.

These robots are commonly implemented in large-scale manufacturing plants where flexibility and adaptability are key, reducing time and labor costs associated with material handling.

In a warehouse setting, an AMR with a payload capacity of 50 kg (110 lbs) autonomously coordinates with other robots to support just-in-time delivery processes.

Widely applied in just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing environments to ensure timely delivery and material flow, optimizing inventory management.

related terms

Robot
An automated machine capable of performing complex tasks in manufacturing environments.
Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV)
An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) is a mobile robot used for material handling in manufacturing environments, guided by signals such as markers or wires embedded in the floor.
Additive Manufacturing (AM)
Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a process of creating three-dimensional objects by sequentially adding material based on digital models.
Actuator
A device that converts control signals into mechanical motion.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, particularly computer systems.