WHAT IS AGV IS ALL ABOUT??

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

DESCRIPTION OF AUTOMATED GUIDED ELECTRIC VEHICLE

        This project is create in order to give a solution to a problem of bringing a heavy load especially when the load need to change from one place to another place.The technology of AGV is widely used in industrial environment to perform variety of task that involves automation. By considering the full potentials and advantages of the Automated Guided Electric Vehicle (AGV) in our livings, it is valuable to do this project, as it also will be the first step towards the creation of more intelligent technology or system. The simplest AGV model may use just a sensor to provide its navigation.

       This vehicle is capable of transportation of material, sorting and material handling work also handling dangerous material more efficiently with no signs of fatigue creeping in.  An AGV consists of one or more computer controlled wheel based load carriers (normally battery powered) that runs on the plant floor (or if outdoors on a paved area) without the need for an onboard operator or driver. As it names was automated, this vehicle is programmed to handle operation on its own. It can carry load far more than human workers, and their movements can be tracked electronically at all times. Their movements can be timed to feed or collect products or materials from the work cells in the factories.

          This Automated Guided Electric Vehicle operated using electric power and moved by the use of electric motor. The electric motor is connected to combination of suitable and appropriate gears, which then further connected to the wheel of the AGVs. Through this mechanism, the AGV will be able to move or navigate with help of appropriate control system in order for the AGV to move correctly along path as required.