Switch application for intelligent warehousing autonomous mobile robots

          When smart warehouses are used in conjunction with reliable warehouse management systems, an ecosystem can be established that can perform processes such as receiving, sorting, selecting, and unloading goods. Therefore, the agility and good traceability of unmanned vehicles, automated selection tools, and inventory management equipment, which are the main components of this system, ensure that these operations can be carried out smoothly and smoothly. D-SWITCH has been committed to developing products for intelligent warehouses, particularly providing a range of competitive switch products for AGV (Automated Guided Vehicles), AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robots), drones, conveyor systems, and robotic arm applications.

        AGV / AMR

        AGV and AMR are abbreviations for "Automated Guided Vehicle" and "Autonomous Mobile Robot", respectively. They are used as automatic carrying tools inside warehouses and operate under the drive of path guidance systems and software. Due to the reduction of labor costs and human errors, they can support internal transportation at lower operating costs. According to reports; JD currently has over 100000 autonomous mobile robots, while Amazon currently has over 200000 mobile robots, which have been put into use in their warehouse network since 2021.

        The movement of AGV/AMR is remotely controlled by the central system, but the buttons and other switches inside these devices must meet certain requirements to support basic functions such as "on/off", "start/stop" and "reset", status indicator lights, etc. Another typical application in each device is to set codes or communication channels through dip switches, so that communication can be carried out without interfering with other local devices or networks.

       D-SWITCH PBM series metal button switches and PB series panel mounted push switches; PBP series high current emergency stop switch, capable of supporting up to millions of operations; PBM series monochrome and multi-color high brightness status indicator lights, with IP67 or IP68 sealing rating. The buttons and button covers are available in multiple colors and all have the best lighting effects. These buttons are very suitable for use on AGV/AMR devices.

       drone

       Drones have the advantages of being safe, easy to control, and able to reach narrow and high places in the workplace, making them undoubtedly a necessary component of the intelligent warehouse ecosystem.

       Drones are generally equipped with sensors, cameras, and barcode/QR code scanners, which can perform inventory management tasks such as inventory counting, cycle calculation, and determining the storage location of goods. The system operator claims that compared to similar manual inspection tasks, drones can speed up the completion of tasks by 50%. The front-end remote control unit is a key component of the unmanned aerial vehicle system, which can ensure the smooth completion of these tasks without errors or fatigue like operators, and high reliability tactile switches and control rods are key parts of the design.

       As a continuously reliable manufacturer in the switch industry; D-SWITCH offers the widest range of switch combinations, including commonly used PB-17 series high-sensitivity electric control handle switches and IP68 sealed high popularity switches; DS501 series high current waterproof toggle switch. This product, combined with silicone contacts with a height of 5.2mm, has a good adaptive touch, can work in harsh environments, and can withstand vibration and shock. With different specifications of models; The PB-17 switch has a lifespan of at least millions of times, making it an ideal choice for function switches in remote controls. It can perform functions such as "on/off", "shuttle device", "flight pause", and "RTH (return to home)".

      In terms of control levers; D-SWITCH offers a finger operated joystick switch (R-8 series) with excellent ergonomic performance. Some products can use at least millions of electrical cycles, with high operating force and a wide range of swing angles.