With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, big data, Internet of Things and other technologies, China's robotics industry has ushered in a golden period of development. As one of the important fields of robot application, the logistics industry is gradually realizing the transition from traditional human operation to intelligent transformation. Among them, the robot picking system as an important part of logistics automation, is gradually becoming the focus of industry attention. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the principle of robot picking system, advantages and its application prospects in the logistics industry.

Robots Picking System Overview

1. Definition

Robot picking system refers to a kind of intelligent system that realizes automatic identification, grasping, handling and sorting of the goods in the warehouse by using the robot technology. It is mainly composed of robot body, control system, sensors, actuators and other parts.

2. Working Principle

The robot picking system automatically plans the optimal picking path according to the order demand by receiving commands from the warehouse management system (WMS). During the walking process, laser navigation, visual recognition and other technologies are utilized to accurately find the location of the target goods. Subsequently, the robot grabs the goods through the equipped actuators (e.g. grippers, suction cups, etc.) to complete the picking task. Finally, the goods are carried to the designated location to complete the picking operation.

Advantages of robotic picking systems

1. Improvement of picking efficiency

Compared with manual picking, robotic picking systems have higher operational efficiency. It can work 24 hours a day, effectively reducing labor costs. At the same time, the robotic picking system can automatically adjust the operating speed according to the order demand, ensuring smooth logistics during peak periods.

2. Reduce the error rate

Manual picking process is prone to picking errors due to fatigue, lack of concentration and other reasons. The robot picking system adopts precise recognition technology and intelligent algorithms, which greatly reduces the picking error rate and improves the order accuracy.

3. Flexible

The robot picking system can be flexibly adjusted according to the warehouse layout and business requirements to adapt to different scenarios. At the same time, it can be seamlessly connected with conveyor lines, shelves and other logistics equipment to realize the automation of the entire logistics system.

4. Saving space

Compared to traditional picking methods, the robot picking system occupies a smaller footprint, which is conducive to improving the utilization of warehouse space.

The application prospect of robot picking system in logistics industry

1. E-commerce logistics

With the rapid development of e-commerce industry, the volume of orders has surged, and the requirements for the efficiency of the picking are getting higher. The application of robotic picking systems in the field of e-commerce logistics will help to alleviate the pressure of labor, improve delivery speed, and enhance customer satisfaction.

2. Manufacturing logistics

In the field of manufacturing logistics, the robot picking system can realize efficient picking and handling of raw materials, semi-finished products and finished products for enterprises, reduce production costs and improve production efficiency.

3. Cold chain logistics

Cold chain logistics has high requirements for picking speed and accuracy. Robotic picking system has good adaptability in cold chain environment, which helps to guarantee food safety.

4. Pharmaceutical logistics

Pharmaceutical logistics has high requirements for the accuracy and safety of picking operations. The application of robotic picking systems in pharmaceutical logistics helps to improve drug management and ensure the safety of patients' medication.

Robotic picking systems, as an important means of the logistics industry to move towards intelligence, have a broad development prospect. With the continuous maturity of the technology and the gradual reduction of the cost, it is believed that in the near future, the robot picking system will be widely used in China's logistics industry, injecting new vitality into the development of China's logistics industry.