mobile robot 4.0
NEW: Omnidirectional drive and collaborative robot
NEW: mobile robot 4.0
A NEW LEVEL OF AUTOMATION
With the MR 4.0, we present the latest generation of our mobile robot. It has been consistently further developed and equipped with an omnidirectional drive. In combination with its compact dimensions, it enables even more flexible navigation, even in confined spaces. The inductive charging system enables contactless charging of the batteries without interfering with the process. This ensures uninterrupted 24/7 operation. The MR 4.0 has a wide range of applications. They range from the assembly of machine tools to unmanned laboratory operation. Thanks to its wireless technology, the mobile robot is an attractive and advantageous alternative to traditional interlinking solutions such as transfer belts and stationary or gantry robots.
SAFE COOPERATION BETWEEN HUMANS AND ROBOTS
An omnidirectional drive, personnel-certified safety technology and an improved navigation system with high dynamics: with the mobile robot 4.0, we guarantee perfect collaboration between man and machine. The integrated laser scanners generate adaptive protective fields. These adapt to the working environment. In conjunction with the new collaborative CRX- 10iA from Fanuc, this enables safe cooperation between humans and robots in the tightest of spaces.
THE 4.0 AT A GLANCE
OPERATING MODE: 24/7 continuous operation
ENERGY SUPPLY: 48 V lithium-ion batteries, inductive charging system
COMMUNICATION: WIFI - OPC-UA /MQTT
SAFETY: redundant position detection, 360º laser scanner, collaborative working
FEATURES: modular expandability, ROS-based system structure
THE MOBILE PLATFORM
DIMENSIONS: 950 mm x 650 mm x 850 mm
CLEAN WEIGHT: 350 kg
LOADING: up to 150 kg
MAXIMUM SPEED: 1.5 m/s
DRIVE: wheel hub drive, automatic switching between differential and omnidirectional drive mode
NAVIGATION: SLAM-based navigation without lane guidance
TRANSPORT OPTIONS: Universal mounting plate (T-slot, threaded grid), conveyor belt/roller conveyor (KLT, cartons, Euro containers), customer-specific workpiece carrier (individual parts), magazine carrier, bulk material
THE ROBOT ARM
ROBOT TYPE: 6-axis industrial robot, dynamic changeover to collaboration mode
RANGE: 1249 mm
CARRYING LOAD: 10 kg
POSITIONING ACCURACY: ± 0.5 mm with camera-assisted positioning
SAFETY: HRC-capable collision detection, certified onboard safety systems
ADVANTAGES OF THE MR 4.0
The advantages over conventional robot solutions:
- Inductive charging in the process allows 24/7 operation
- Coverage of large work areas and long travel distances
- Low space requirement and high mobility ensure free access to systems for maintenance and service
- Flexible and demand-oriented use on various production lines
- Use in existing production lines that were previously only loaded by hand
- The CRX-10iA allows safe collaborative operation depending on the application
- Moving and turning in all directions thanks to the omnidirectional drive system
- Precise handling due to firm footing thanks to active support system5 mm with camera-supported positioning
mobile robot MR 3.0
with differential drive
mobile robot at the EMO 2019 world trade fair in Hanover
The mobile robot MR 3.0 was represented on two stands at the EMO world trade fair for metalworking in Hanover:
At the stand of the world's largest robot manufacturer FANUC, the MR 3.0 equipped a milling machining center. The AGV was equipped with a collaborative robot. This means that additional protective fields are no longer necessary.
At the stand of the South Korean machine manufacturer Doosan, the MR 3.0 equipped an entire machine series consisting of milling, turning and measuring machines. Occupational safety is ensured with horizontal and vertical adaptive protective fields.
mobile robot MR 3.0 - A new level of automation
The mobile robot MR 3.0 represents the third generation of the mobile robot from HENKEL + ROTH. When it was launched, the mobile robot was the world's first fully autonomous mobile robot system.
The MR 3.0 impresses with its exceptional compactness, maximum flexibility and its ability to operate 24/7. It is operated completely wirelessly and moves safely and quickly on industrial floors of all kinds thanks to its optimized chassis.
Human + machine collaboration
The MR 3.0 is characterized by a redundant control system, personnel-certified safety technology and a powerful navigation system.
The integrated laser scanners generate adaptive protective fields that continuously adapt to the current environmental situation and allow humans and robots to work together safely in the tightest of spaces.
Technical data
Status 10/2018
Mobile robot MR 3.0
| Operating mode: | 24/7 continuous operation |
| Power supply: | Lithium battery system 48V, inductive charging system |
| Kommunikation: | Communication: |
| Safety: | Redundant position detection, 360° laser scanner, wireless safety |
| Features: | Modular and expandable, ROS-compatible system structure |
Mobile plattform
| Dimensions: | 950 mm x 650 mm x 830 mm (L x W x H) |
| Empty weight: | approx. 400 kg |
| Payload: | approx. 150 kg |
| Maximum speed: | 1,2 m/s |
| Drive unit: | Servomotor differential drive, optional omnidirectional drive |
| Navigation: | SLAM-based navigation without track guidance |
| Transportation options: | Universal mounting plate (T-slot, threaded grid), conveyor belt / roller conveyor (KLT, cartons, Euro containers), customer-specific workpiece carrier (individual parts), magazine carrier, bulk material |
Robot arm
| Robot type: | 6-axis industrial robot, redundant, HRC-capable control system |
| Range: | approx. 900 mm – 1500 mm |
| Load capacity | approx. 7 kg – 10 kg |
| Positioning accuracy: | ± 0.5 mm with 3D laser measuring system or vision guidance |
| Safety: | Redundant robot control, HRC-capable collision detection, certified onboard safety systems |
„We are working on ever better and closer cooperation between worker and machine.“managing board HENKEL + ROTH
Fields of application of MR 3.0
The MR 3.0 mobile robot is extremely flexible and can perform a wide range of industrial automation tasks. Its possible applications range from the assembly of machine tools to unmanned laboratory operation.
Applications in industrial automation
Assembly
Assembly automation
Interlinking of one-piece flow systems
Handling
Mobile assembly assistant
Machine loading
Manufacturing
Loading BAZ
Material transport
Mechanical component processing
Intralogistics
Transportation of individual parts and containers
Packing and order picking
Advantages of the mobile robot MR 3.0 compared to conventional robot solutions
- Contact-free and wear-free inductive battery charging system allows 24/7 continuous operation
- Large working areas and travel distances, even across entire halls, are possible
- Low space requirement and high mobility allow free access to systems for maintenance and service
- Flexible and demand-oriented use on different production lines is possible without effort
- Can be used in existing production lines that were previously only loaded by hand. Depending on the situation, either robots or employees can be used
- Use of suitable robot arms and reliable safety technology enable optimum cooperation between man and machine
- Ability to turn on the spot
- Reactive navigation system allows efficient route calculation, independent evasive maneuvers and cooperation with a fleet of vehicles
