Robot Delivery Service

The South Korean start-up MOBINN , which specialises in self-guiding robots, is focusing on the development of robots that can pick up deliveries and deliver them to a predefined destination. Load-mile delivery can be improved through the use of intelligent delivery management software that enables end-to-end transparency of delivery operations, automatic route planning and helps to centralise logistics data. Throughout the development process, our partners at igus® Korea have maintained close contact with their research and development department and provided several motion solutions. For the joint area of the wheel and the hinge mechanism of the robot body during its folding movement, we use iglidur® material. In addition, we use drylin® N in the transport guide inside the robot to minimise any irregularities during delivery. This minimises vibrations, shocks and friction on the outside of the robot while reducing the overall weight of the robot.

Profile

What was needed: drylin® N and iglidur® G
Requirements: Autonomous customer deliveries by mobile robot
Industry: Robots / Food
Success for the customer: Robust, dirt-resistant and corrosion-free drylin® linear technology

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Problem

The South Korean start-up company's idea was to bring deliveries from convenience stores to customers as directly as possible. There should be no spatial or time restrictions. However, in Seoul, South Korea, there are numerous obstacles for pedestrians, specifically 19 obstacles per 1km. Of course, these obstacles also pose a challenge for the self-driving robot. The company's goal was to develop a robot that could easily handle vibrations, shocks, bumps and adverse weather conditions outdoors.

Solution

To ensure that the self-propelled robot remains reliable even under adverse weather conditions and the numerous obstacles in Seoul, the South Korean start-up company relies on products from igus®. iglidur® G is used for the joint area of the wheel and the folding mechanism of the robot body during movement. In addition, the drylin® N are easily adjustable and enable precise positioning through a defined displacement force. As a result, the delivery is extended smoothly in the robot. The drylin® N profile guides are particularly suitable for applications in tight installation spaces, as they are extremely space-saving and have a flat design. Above all, it is also extremely light, as it is made of aluminium and plastic. This fits perfectly into the design of the self-propelled robot. In addition, the drylin® N profile guides are easily adjustable and enable precise positioning through defined displacement force. As a result, the delivery is extended smoothly in the robot. When developing the self-driving robot for food delivery, the focus was on a simple autonomous driving function that can handle any obstacle and any weather conditions with ease. Our drylin® N products are not only lubrication- and maintenance-free. They are also ready for dispatch around the clock.