AGV Controller (remote control type)

The AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) robot chassis controller serves as the core component of the entire AGV system. It issues precise commands to the motor drivers to control the chassis's speed, direction, steering, and posture, enabling autonomous navigation, motion, and task execution. This controller is the central element driving the chassis's movement and interactions.  The controller integrates motion function blocks for single-wheel steering drive motor, dual-wheel steering drive motor, triple-wheel steering drive motor, quad-wheel steering drive motor, hex-wheel steering drive motor, octo-wheel steering drive motor, two-wheel differential drive, four-wheel differential drive, single differential assembly, dual differential assembly, quad differential assembly, Mecanum wheels, two-wheel drive/two-wheel steering chassis, rear-wheel drive/front-wheel steering chassis, articulated chassis, and quad-omnidirectional wheel chassis. It features extensive I/O interfaces, supports standard communication protocols like CANOPEN and MODBUS, and provides a comprehensive secondary development environment. This enables flexible adaptation to various AGVs and meets customized requirements.

Table Parameters

Compared to autonomous navigation controllers, this AGV controller focuses on low-level real-time motion control (motor drive, speed/position closed-loop control, multi-wheel coordination, differential/omnidirectional motion calculation), encoder signal processing, and basic safety functions (emergency stop, limit switches, collision detection inputs).

Core Functions of the AGV Controller:

Signal Reception/Acquisition: The AGV controller receives control signals from devices such as remote controls and control panels, while also acquiring signal information from safety sensors, batteries, rotary encoders, and other components to provide data for vehicle control.

Motion Control: Translates high-level commands into specific rotational speeds and steering angles required for each wheel of the chassis, such as differential speed control for left and right wheels in a differential chassis, or McNaughton wheel motion control for omnidirectional wheels.

Action Control: Based on collected/received information, performs predefined logical operations to control functions like lighting, alarms, battery charging, and robotic arm movements.

State Management: Manages chassis startup, shutdown, speed adjustment, braking, and mode switching.

Multi-mode motion support: Supports multiple motion modes, including on-the-spot turning, lateral movement, and diagonal movement.

Environmental adaptability: Features automotive-grade modular design with high protection ratings like IP65. Critical components undergo rigorous environmental testing to ensure long-term stable operation across a wide temperature range of -20°C to 60°C.

Open Interfaces and Ecosystem Compatibility: Provides standardized hardware interfaces (e.g., CAN 2.0B) and software APIs/SDKs, supporting mainstream platforms like ROS (Robot Operating System) and Linux. This facilitates developers' integration of sensors, robotic arms, and other modules for secondary development.

Note:

The AGV controller drives the chassis to achieve on-the-spot turning, tight-radius turns, and high-precision motion. It is suitable for scenarios involving confined spaces, uneven terrain, slopes (maximum climbing angle of 15°), and obstacle clearance (up to 40mm height), such as indoor inspections, warehouse logistics, or field exploration. Its operational suitability primarily depends on the chassis' overall design and protection rating, not solely on the controller itself. As a core component, the controller's operating environment must align with the chassis' structure, protection, and power system.