Autonomous Handling Robot for Self-Replacement Transport
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Solution Overview
Problem
Autonomous driving robots face reduced operational efficiency and productivity when using a single driving apparatus, and high costs and physical collisions when using multiple apparatuses, along with reduced working comfort due to congested arrangements.
Innovation Solution
A driving apparatus with a handling part that includes a base unit, pickup unit, and acquisition unit, enabling autonomous deployment, loading, and transport of target objects, including self-replacement operations, to address the limitations of single and multiple apparatuses.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a single driving apparatus is provided to handle target objects, then costs are reduced, but operational efficiency and productivity are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple handling functions (pickup, placement, replacement operations) into a single driving apparatus. The handling part integrates the ability to perform both pickup operations (acquiring target objects and replacement target objects) and placement operations, effectively merging the capabilities of multiple separate apparatuses into one unit, thereby reducing the total number of apparatuses needed while maintaining productivity
Solution Approach 2:
The driving apparatus is designed with universal handling capabilities that enable it to perform multiple different operations: picking up target objects, picking up replacement target objects, placing objects at destinations, and performing self-replacement operations. This multi-functionality allows a single apparatus to handle various tasks that would traditionally require multiple specialized apparatuses, thus improving operational efficiency without increasing the number of units
2Productivity
If multiple driving apparatuses are provided to handle target objects, then operational efficiency is improved, but costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the functions of multiple driving apparatuses into a single integrated unit. The handling part combines pickup units for both target objects and replacement target objects, along with placement capabilities, into one apparatus. This consolidation achieves the operational efficiency of multiple apparatuses while reducing the quantity to a single unit, thereby lowering costs
3Productivity
If multiple driving apparatuses are provided to handle target objects, then operational efficiency is improved, but physical collisions and working comfort are reduced due to congested arrangement
Solution Approach 1:
By combining multiple handling functions into a single driving apparatus, the patent eliminates the need for multiple apparatuses operating in close proximity. This reduces spatial congestion and the risk of physical collisions between apparatuses, while the integrated handling part maintains the operational efficiency needed for productive work
Solution Approach 2:
The driving apparatus performs self-replacement operations where it can replace target objects with replacement target objects autonomously. This self-service capability reduces the need for additional apparatuses that would otherwise be required to assist with replacement operations, thereby reducing congestion and collision risks in the workspace
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AI summary
A driving apparatus and an operating method of the same are provided. The driving apparatus includes: a driving part for driving; and a handling part positioned above the driving part and handling a target object, wherein the handling part transports the target object to a destination and performs a self-replacement operation of replacing the target object with a replacement target object located at the destination.