An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) is a driverless, computer-controlled vehicle used to transport materials or products within a facility—such as a factory, warehouse or distribution center—without human intervention.
An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) is a mobile robot that follows predefined paths or guidance systems like magnetic strips, lasers, or GPS to move goods safely and efficiently.
Key Features
- Navigation Systems: Magnetic tape, laser guidance, vision guidance, or GPS-based.
- Safety Sensors: LIDAR, ultrasonic sensors, and bumpers to avoid collisions.
- Battery-powered: Rechargeable batteries, often with automatic charging stations.
- Load Handling: Can carry pallets, bins, or containers depending on design.
- Software Integration: Connects with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
