I work in a different division, so I can't really speak to how this was developed. But, it's interesting to see the different design decisions, particularly the decisions to integrate or not integrate conveyor with the robot itself.
Our robot is much larger due to the integrated conveyor, but from what I understand this simplifies navigation. We remain stationary on the outside of the trailer, so we sidestep the problem of navigating in an arbitrary trailer. This is a big challenge according to some of the AGV vendors I've spoken to. Maybe it comes down to mapping techniques - not my area.
The title is on point for me... I used to spend a fair amount of free time training on technology or working side projects. Since I became a manager, I lost my taste for it. The temptation to do work any time I'm at a computer is too strong. So now, my free time is for learning to draw and paint.
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I work in a different division, so I can't really speak to how this was developed. But, it's interesting to see the different design decisions, particularly the decisions to integrate or not integrate conveyor with the robot itself.
Our robot is much larger due to the integrated conveyor, but from what I understand this simplifies navigation. We remain stationary on the outside of the trailer, so we sidestep the problem of navigating in an arbitrary trailer. This is a big challenge according to some of the AGV vendors I've spoken to. Maybe it comes down to mapping techniques - not my area.