Autonomous mobile robot — ROBOTIS Patent US20220258818A1
US20220258818A1 · ROBOTIS CO., LTD.
- Patent number
- US20220258818A1
- Applicant
- ROBOTIS CO., LTD.
- Filing date
- 2022-05-06
- CPC class
- B25J11/00
- Pillar
- Muscle
An autonomous mobile robot with upper cargo module and lower driving module featuring multiple pairs of asynchronously contacting wheels to overcome steps/stairs. Includes sensors, cameras, and control for path generation in indoor/outdoor environments without predefined paths. Applicable for logistics, guidance, security.
Claims
Independent claim covers autonomous mobile robot with upper module (cargo space/cover), lower module (driving force), driving module with plural pairs of wheels for asynchronous ground contact to overcome obstacles, and control unit.
Technical analysis
Novel wheel configuration allows variable ground engagement for stair/step navigation. Integrates omni-directional sensing (cameras, IR) with modular design for general-purpose service robotics. Builds on prior art for robust mobility in varied terrains.
Commercial impact
Enables versatile logistics and service robots for delivery, security, and guidance in real-world environments, potentially expanding market for obstacle-overcoming autonomous platforms beyond flat-floor cleaners.
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