Development of ROS2-based AMR for Efficient Transport of Heavy Trays on Indoor Flat Surfaces
21 August 2026
An Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) built on ROS 2 (Robot Operating System 2) for operation in controlled indoor environments with flat surfaces.
Technology overview
The AMR autonomously navigates to designated waypoints using advanced navigation algorithms and localisation sensors whilst handling substantial payloads of up to 500kg. The system addresses the growing need for cost-effective, customisable, and adaptable autonomous solutions in warehouse operations, where current market offerings predominantly feature proprietary systems reliant on overseas partners. This ROS2-based approach provides System Integrators with enhanced accessibility and flexibility compared to existing proprietary alternatives.
Technology features
Open-Source ROS2 Foundation: Utilises Robot Operating System 2 as the core platform, providing a cost-effective and customisable development framework.
Advanced Navigation and Safety: Integrates sophisticated sensing, perception, and navigation algorithms with comprehensive safety features including safety switches and emergency switches to prevent collisions and catastrophic situations.
Heavy Payload Capability: Engineered to lift and transport up to 500kg loads.
Modular Hardware Integration: Features custom-designed chassis and frame architecture that houses multiple hardware components, enabling versatile applications across industrial, food and beverage, and logistics environments.
Human-Robot Collaboration: Incorporates additional safety sensors enabling safe co-working with human operators in warehouse and urban agriculture settings.
Cost-Effective Solution: Achieves approximately 80% reduction in production cost compared to competitor systems, while delivering comparable functionality.
Potential applications
Warehouse and distribution operations
Manufacturing environments
Food and beverage industry
Hospitality sector
Urban agriculture and indoor farming
Logistics and supply chain
Benefits
Significant cost advantage
Open-source flexibility
Proven performance benchmarking
Local manufacturing potential
Comprehensive safety integration
Market positioning advantage
Commercialisation
The technology is available for licensing and deployment.
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