automated guided vehicles. Many AGVs are similar to other manually operated vehicles, but are designed to operate without direct human intervention or guidance.

Automatically Guided Vehicles

Automatically Guided Vehicles (AGCs) are the most basic AGV type with the least amount of functionality. Navigation systems range from simple tape systems to complex sensor-based navigation systems that use artificial intelligence to navigate their environment. They can transport a variety of materials, from small parts to loaded pallets, and are often used for sorting, storage, and cross-docking applications. An example of

AGC is an automated hospital trolley transporter used to efficiently transport small loads, such as meals and empty trays, clean or soiled linens, biohazardous waste, or sterile supplies, throughout a hospital. Automated hospital trolley transporters help reduce labor costs by eliminating the need for staff to manually push trolleys from one place to another.

Forklift AGVs

Forklift trucks, also known as forklift automated guided vehicles (FAGVs), are another commonly used type of AGV.They are designed to perform the same functions as manually operated forklift trucks (transporting pallets of goods) but without the need for manual operation.

Traction AGVs

Tractor-trailers or tractor-trailered automated guided vehicles tow one or more unpowered loaded vehicles in a train-like formation. Powered tractor-trailers are sometimes referred to as driverless trains, and they travel on wheels. Towed automated guided vehicles are typically used to transport heavy loads over long distances. They may have several unloading and pickup stations along a designated path in a warehouse or factory.

Unit Load Handlers

Unit Load Handlers can carry discrete loads (e.g., individual objects) or individual units (e.g., pallets or totes containing multiple items).

Load forward

For the heaviest loads, a heavy-duty carrier is a type of AGV used in applications such as large-scale assemblies, casting, and coil and sheet transportation.Some heavy-duty carriers are self-loading and may have standard, pivot, or omnidirectional steering.

Autonomous Mobile Robots

Autonomous Mobile Robots(AMRs) are generally more advanced than other types of AGV technology. While many AGVs use fixed navigation systems (e.g., wires or tapes), many AMRs are equipped with intelligent navigation features, such as sensor and camera systems, that allow them to detect and maneuver around obstacles. Thanks to more advanced technology, AMRs can dynamically navigate a warehouse or other facility and plan the most efficient path.