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NIDEC-SHIMPO is a global diversified manufacturer of motion control and power transmission solutions, including high precision planetary gearboxes, cycloidal gearboxes, worm gearboxes, rotary indexers, strain wave gearboxes and traction drives.
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The new model to be launched by Nidec-Shimpo is based on the company's guideless navigation AGV "S-CART" (100 kg payload version), that hit the market in 2016, and has been updated with a function that lets it track and follow a person or object. The newly developed S-CART model with the “Return-To-Home” function, on the other hand, is capable of automatically generating a path towards, and returning to, a designated “home” location.
1. Launch of the upgraded S-CART
(1) New “Follow-Me” function
The “Follow-Me” function that finished development in June 2017 has become a standard feature. With the press of a button on a tablet, the AGV starts tracking a person (or object) in front of it and follows it around. If the AGV is operating in an area with an associated preset movement pattern, it can alternate between tracking mode and the preprogrammed behavior on command.
(2) Improved obstacle sensing capabilities (forward movement only)
The AGV’s obstacle detection sensors have been improved and it is now able to detect objects 5 meters in front of, and to the sides of, the AGV. Previous generations were merely capable of sensing objects up to 1 meter directly in front of and behind the AGV. The 1 meter sensing limitation for sensing objects behind the AGV still applies.
(3) Changes to the accompanying controller tablet
The control application has been completely redesigned, resulting in an improved layout with higher usability. The signal strength of the tablet has also been increased.
2. Development of S-CART with “Return-To-Home” function
Nidec-Shimpo has developed a new S-CART model capable of automatically generating a path towards, and simultaneously returning to, a designed "home" location. If an obstacle blocks the generated path, the AGV will calculate a detour and adjust its path. The company expects to launch this new model before the end of the year.
3. Development of an S-CART capable of carrying a 500 kg payload
In addition to the existing S-CART models with a maximum payload of 100 kg and 1000 kg, Nidec-Shimpo has developed a new model, the "S-CART500," designed to carry a payload of up to 500 kg. The new model will inherit the basic features that characterize the S-CART series, including guideless operation. The company expects to launch this new model before the end of the year.
