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AGV or AMR? 🤖🛠️ If you're looking into warehouse automation, chances are you've come across AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots). They’re often used interchangeably — but they’re not exactly the same. 🔍 The key difference? ▶️ AMRs navigate using SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), which lets them move freely and react to dynamic environments. ▶️ AGVs, on the other hand, follow predefined routes — usually marked by magnetic tape, QR codes, or reflectors. Reliable, but less flexible. 🧭 Beyond that? It gets blurry. With newer technologies — smarter sensors, better batteries, advanced navigation — many companies rebranded to "AMR" just to stand out. 📌 What’s the takeaway? Don’t get caught up in the acronyms. Focus on what your operation actually needs. Personally, I like to call them mobile robots — it saves a lot of arguments 😉 And if you’ve heard of LGVs (Laser Guided Vehicles)... yes, they’re AGVs that use laser reflectors. Not very common this acronym outside of Italy! ➡️ What’s your take on this? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below 👇 📩 Thinking about automating your logistics? At Moving Robots, we help companies define, design, select, and supervise the best mobile robotics solutions — with a vendor-agnostic approach. Let’s talk! #innovation #technology #robots
Indeed, LGV Spidey should hold an Italian flag :-)
Great meme! In my opinion AMR defines a vehicle that is capable of handling situations autonomously. Pallet badly placed? pick it up anyway. Obstacle in its way: go around it. Updating the map constantly while driving... They have some kind of intelligence on board. I see so many AGVs that are being marketed as AMRs; but that clearly are as dumb as a piece of plywood. Go from A to B on this route.
At our company we most simply call them "industrial mobile robots".
Interesting! As I see with LGV, does the use of each term depend on the area as well?
Great post! AMRs thrive in dynamic spaces, AGVs in stable ones - both have their place.
Love this, Javier
AMR always for picking solutions
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1wGreat insights, Javier! You've clearly outlined the distinction between AGVs and AMRs. It's fascinating how technological advancements are blurring these lines and shifting industry terminologies. How do you see the future of warehouse automation evolving with these technologies?