Nidec-SHIMPO S-CART Smart AGV with Guideless Autonomous Operation

Self-Guided Mobile Vehicle with Selectable Shadow-Follow Mode

The NIDEC-SHIMPO S-CART is an Autonomous Self-Guided Mobile Vehicle that operates and adapts within its surroundings, freeing workers to focus on value-added operations. After initial set-up of the work area, multiple routes can be swiftly programmed via included tablet as changing environments demand. Obstacle detection sensors and auto-off contact bumper, plus emergency override button provide added safety for congested path travel. Cutting-edge shadow technology follows a worker or another object, allowing the simplest means of goods movement in a continuously changing operation.

The S-CART has a compact, low-profile and scalable design with top mounting plate designed for simple retrofitting of cages, shelves and similar goods holding equipment enabling usage in a wide range of logistic applications. The modular design makes maintenance easy, plus extended 8 hour charge Li Lon battery produces sufficient on-time, adding flexibility using in operations. The S-CART contains NIDEC-SHIMPO’s high precision gearboxes that are motion controlled with laser (LIDAR) sensor. Provided with each unit is a programming tablet which offers manual touch override enabling re-positioning as necessary.

The excellent design and innovative technologies inherent in the S-CART Smart AGV makes it ideal for various health care, hospitality, e-commerce and similar automated logistic applications. Whether utilizing as a smart AGV or a mobile transport assistant in shadow mode, the possibilities for the S-CART are endless.