Hybrid cost and time path planning for multiple autonomous guided vehicles
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DOI: 10.1007/s10489-017-0997-x
Abstract: In this paper, simultaneous scheduling and routing problem for autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) is investigated. At the beginning of the planning horizon list of orders is processed in the manufacturing system. The produced or semi-produced… read more here.
Keywords: network; time; guided vehicles; path ... See more keywords
A Heuristic for Path Planning of Multiple Heterogeneous Automated Guided Vehicles
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DOI: 10.1007/s12541-018-0205-x
Abstract: This paper deals with a path planning problem of multiple heterogeneous Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs). AGVs are heterogeneous as having different structures (average velocity) and functions (payload). By focusing on dispatching and routing of AGVs,… read more here.
Keywords: automated guided; guided vehicles; heterogeneous automated; path ... See more keywords
Open Interfaces for Connecting Automated Guided Vehicles to a Fleet Management System
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2020.02.055
Abstract: Abstract The recent digitalization of manufacturing companies, driven by "Industry 4.0" guidelines, introduces a series of challenges and opportunities both for enterprise and research environments. In this perspective, a debated subject is the interfacing of… read more here.
Keywords: guided vehicles; automated guided; management system; fleet management ... See more keywords
Proactive Dual Connectivity for Automated Guided Vehicles in Outdoor Industrial Environment
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2022.3176730
Abstract: 5G communication systems are one of the major enabling technologies to meet the needs of Industry 4.0. This paper focuses on the use case of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in an outdoor industrial scenario. To… read more here.
Keywords: automated guided; network; dual connectivity; outdoor industrial ... See more keywords
Toward Safer and Energy Efficient Global Trajectory Planning of Self-Guided Vehicles for Material Handling System in Dynamic Environment
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2023.3260646
Abstract: For a sustainable operation of multiple Self-Guided Vehicles (SGVs) in a dynamic manufacturing environment, it is essential to guarantee collision-free and efficient navigation to the autonomous mobile platforms and safety to the surrounding subjects. To… read more here.
Keywords: environment; global trajectory; energy; self guided ... See more keywords
Fuzzy Integrated Cell Formation and Production Scheduling Considering Automated Guided Vehicles and Human Factors
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DOI: 10.1109/tfuzz.2021.3053838
Abstract: In today's competitive environment, it is essential to design a flexible-responsive manufacturing system with automatic material handling systems. In this article, a fuzzy mixed integer linear programming model is designed for cell formation problems including… read more here.
Keywords: guided vehicles; automated guided; formation; cell formation ... See more keywords
Contactless Power Transfer for Rail-Guided Vehicles With Power Equalization and Efficiency Improvement Considerations
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DOI: 10.1109/tie.2021.3076728
Abstract: This article proposes a contactless power transfer for rail-guided vehicles with power equalization and efficiency improvement considerations. This study is motivated since the rail-guided vehicles may encounter the power imbalance and low efficiency during the… read more here.
Keywords: rail guided; power; efficiency; power transfer ... See more keywords
A Double-Switch Single-Transformer Integrated Equalizer for the Recycled Power Battery String of Automatic Guided Vehicles
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DOI: 10.1109/tie.2022.3170640
Abstract: Applying the recycled power battery to automatic guided vehicles can greatly reduce system cost and prolong the life cycle of the battery. However, the consistency of recycled power batteries is poor, and the imbalance of… read more here.
Keywords: automatic guided; battery; integrated equalizer; recycled power ... See more keywords
Real-Time Charging Scheduling of Automated Guided Vehicles in Cyber-Physical Smart Factories Using Feature-Based Reinforcement Learning
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DOI: 10.1109/tits.2023.3234010
Abstract: In smart factories, a variety of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) communicate with cyber-physical systems (CPSs) to autonomously deliver raw materials and workpieces among smart production facilities. In practice, instead of acquiring more costly AGVs to… read more here.
Keywords: automated guided; time; real time; smart factories ... See more keywords
Simulation and Validation of Optimized PID Controller in AGV (Automated Guided Vehicles) Model Using PSO and BAS Algorithms
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/7799654
Abstract: Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are popular subsets of robots that come in various shapes and sizes. The group's use in the industry ranges from applications for carrying pallets, carts, and utensils to helping the elderly… read more here.
Keywords: automated guided; pid controller; simulation; pso ... See more keywords