Technology Overview
Currently, Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) used for material handling fall into two distinct categories: those created solely for towing and those designed exclusively for lifting. In hospital settings where diverse trolleys are used – some featuring long handlebars and others without any handlebars, users encounter a need for both types of AMRs. Trolleys with long handlebars require towing, while handlebar-less ones demand lifting. Consequently, hospitals are required to have multiple AMRs to accommodate both towing and lifting tasks, as there is no single AMR offering both functionalities.
Key Features & Benefits
This Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) is primarily designed for handling diverse types of hospital trolleys used for transporting a wide range of items such as food, medicine, garments, and medical devices. It integrates both towing and lifting functions into a single AMR (2-in-1), significantly enhancing its versatility. This enhanced AMR makes the material handling process more efficient, eliminating the need for multiple AMRs to transport varying types of trolleys. Furthermore, the hardware components and cart-grabbing mechanism are designed to be adaptable and flexible, enabling the AMR to handle trolleys of diverse shapes and sizes.
Researcher(s)
Asst. Prof. Dr. Supachai Vongbunyong
Mr. Aphisit Takutruea
Institute of Field Robotics (FIBO)
IP Status
Petty Patent No. 2103001911
Contact
Intellectual Properties and Technology Transfer Section
Research, Innovation and Partnerships Office (RIPO)
Tel: 02-470-9626
Email: tto@kmutt.ac.th