Large facilities have optimized their intralogistics, but a gap was still present between the movement of cargo and the various warehouses. This solution closes the gap by providing an automated logistics solution for moving goods in, out and between logistics facilities.
Nomad Robotics, expert and distributor of robotic solutions for the industry, launches this robotic solution.
The Capra is designed to easily transport different types of loads. Due to its flexible chassis and high engine power, it can be used for many types of tasks on rough terrain, as well as in urban areas.
In short, the AMR Capra is :
- A great versatility
- 17.5 hours of autonomy
- A patented chassis
- Autonomous navigation
What is the AMR Capra?
The outdoor robot has a direct interface to its ROS2 operating system, which simplifies the process of connecting additional peripherals to the robot. Using the integrated remote connection, the robot can be automatically directed to a specific destination. The robot can be controlled in automatic mode via VDA-5050 protocol-based control systems, which allow it to follow a predefined path. This path is described as a sequence of waypoints defined in a global coordinate system, similar to that used in Google Maps. The path can be planned in advance and communicated to the mobile robot via a 4G or 5G cellular network, where it can be determined by an operator who directs the robot to a given target autonomously.
Nomad Robotics offers a single robot that will meet all outdoor robotics needs.
The different applications
- Inspection and monitoring
- Logistics
- Maintenance
- Urban maintenance
Interlogistics
Large facilities have improved their intralogistics, but still encounter difficulties in getting cargo through the door, whether moving it from inside to outside or outside to inside.
To address this problem, the Capra robot is equipped with a standard VDA/VDMA interface called VDA-5050, which allows cargo transport orders to be transmitted from a central control system such as a WMS/MES/ERP. This integration is easy to implement and allows the control system to control robots from different suppliers.
The solution supports package sizes ranging from SLC 600×400 to 1200×1000 pallet footprints, as well as customer-specific racks and packages. It offers a load capacity of up to 50 kg for top decks and 500 kg for carts in priority logistics tasks.
With this solution, Nomad Robotics is able to solve the logistical problems associated with moving goods in, out and between facilities.
Logistical challenges such as last mile delivery are often carried out with heavy trucks, resulting in high CO2 emission for small package delivery. However, managing low-density deliveries efficiently is a major challenge for current solutions.
The Capra robot is equipped with a versatile mobile platform and a superior package transport system, making it an efficient solution for transporting packages of various sizes and shapes.
Its security system
The Capra robot complies with the European Machinery Directive (MD) and is CE marked, which ensures that it can be used safely if the instructions are followed. For indoor use, there are standards for large AGVs (ISO 3691-4) and for small industrial mobile robots (RIA 15-08).
For outdoor use, safety is in accordance with the basic safety standard (ISO 12100).
The robot's safety system uses performance level D radar, ultrasonic sensors, emergency stops and emergency bumpers to enhance safety. The robot is standard equipped with a safety PLC that can shut down the motors and engage the brakes, an emergency stop button that can initiate an emergency stop, and front bumpers.
Obstacle avoidance
The robot operates in autonomous mode and has sensors to detect obstacles in its path. It is equipped with two ultrasonic sensors in the form of a strip located on the side wheels and two front cameras on the base of the robot.
If necessary, additional sensors such as mm-wave radar can be added for more accurate detection of fast moving objects.
For indoor driving, a 2d laser rangefinder is used to improve obstacle detection. When an obstacle is detected, the robot can either stop and warn the operator or bypass the obstacle if it is possible to do so.