25-08-2017, 09:32 PM
Abstracts: This invention is about AUTOMATION OF WARE HOUSE using AUTOMATED GUIDED VEHICLE (AGV). In AGV the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is used as a master controller. Warehouses have been around for hundreds of years, used to store imported foods such as grains, as well as liquids, valuable commodities and various other materials. In ware house large amount of products are stored on industrial racks, therefore sometimes it is also known as “UNIVERSAL STORAGE SYSTEM “. The way that a warehouses store its product is one of the most critical factors to its success. Without making the best possible use of available space, expenses can rise, products can be damaged and accidents can occur. Today, a number of warehouses are partially or even fully automated. The automated guided vehicles (AGV) can be a better option for material handling in warehouses. It comprises of integrated between Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Sensors, Direct Current (DC) electrical motor, Conveyor system, and Pneumatic system. The function of AGV is to carry loads or work parts from one station and unload the loads or work parts at other station. Pneumatic system is used in the loading station to transfer the loads or work parts to the AGV. There is a small conveyor system on the AGV which is used in the loading and unloading process. The AGV moves from one station to other station using the DC electrical motor with a driver or controller that control the speed of motor. Line follower sensor is used in this AGV to detect line as a route in carrying the loads. This AGV use Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) as a master controller.