What is a Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV)?

An automated guided vehicle (AGV) is an automated transport vehicle that transports goods without human intervention. AGVs use guidance systems such as lasers, magnetism, and optics to automatically travel along designated routes. They are mainly used in factories and warehouses, contributing to the efficiency of production lines and logistics. They are equipped with sensors and emergency stop functions, and are highly safe. The advantages of AGVs include reduced labor costs, improved efficiency through 24-hour operation, safe transportation, and reduced errors due to accurate transportation. Specific examples of use include the transportation of parts and materials within factories, product picking and shelving in warehouses, and the transportation of medicines and meals in hospitals. AGVs are expected to be introduced in many more industrial fields in the future.

Advantages
Cost reduction: It is possible to reduce labor costs and reduce operating costs through efficient transportation of goods.
Improved efficiency: It can operate 24 hours a day, significantly improving the efficiency of production lines and logistics.
Safety: AGVs prevent human operation errors and allow for safe transportation.
Accuracy and reliability: Accurate transportation is possible through programming, reducing transportation errors and damage to goods.

Application of Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV)

Examples of use
In-factory logistics: Automatic transportation of parts and materials makes it possible to maintain an efficient production line.
Warehouse management: Automating the picking, shelving, and removal of products makes inventory management smoother.
Hospitals: Used to transport medicines, meals, and linens, reducing the burden on medical staff.

AGVs are expected to be introduced in more industrial sectors in the future as they are combined with even more advanced technologies.

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