In virtually any scenario where workers are used, AMRs are an easy, reliable, and cost-effective way for companies to automate material handling and in-house transportation activities.
Because they are equipped with a variety of sophisticated sensors that allow them to interpret their surroundings, AMRs can move through a variety of fixed and variable obstacles and surroundings without the need for direct supervision or to follow a predetermined path.
Similar to automated guided vehicles (AGVs), AMRs are capable of recognizing and learning from their surroundings, as well as making decisions on their own. This allows them to carry out specific tasks with little to no human interaction.
However, while AGVs must adhere to much stricter, predetermined routes, AMRs find the most efficient route to complete a given task and are designed to work collaboratively with operators during warehouse operations.
These sophisticated technologies are integrated with management systems in warehouses and distribution centers, giving the AMRs more flexibility to create their own routes between locations within a warehouse or facility.
The result is an autonomous robot that is very capable of collaborating with humans in dynamic environments to improve the efficiency and productivity of processes and workflows.
