Flexiv Robotics Inc. this week launched the Flexiv Mobile Robot, or FMR 300, its first self-developed autonomous mobile robot.
“The FMR 300 was built in response to the needs of our customers,” stated Zhennan Xu, senior product manager at Flexiv. “They needed an AMR that could fit in narrow walkways, was easy to program, and gave them the flexibility to automate more with our industry-leading force-sensing technology.”
“The FMR 300 gives customers the freedom to move their Flexiv robots anywhere in their facility and to do so with accuracy, safety, and confidence,” he added. “This means that instead of one robot per workstation, customers can now deploy one robot and one FMR 300 across up multiple workstations.”
Founded in 2016, Flexiv described itself as a “general-purpose robotics company dedicated to developing and manufacturing adaptive robots.” The Santa Clara, Calif.-based company claimed that it has integrated industrial-grade force control, computer vision, and artificial intelligence to deliver systems that enhance efficiency while reducing operational costs and environmental impact.
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The new AMR features a footprint of 31 by 24 in. (78.7 x 60.9 cm) and a height of 34 in. (86.3 cm). It has a payload capacity of 600 lb. (272.1 kg). The FMR 300 enables customers to deploy advanced robots in space-constrained environments, according to Flexiv.
Powered by a 72 Ah lithium-iron battery, the FMR 300 can operate for up to eight hours under typical workloads. If the platform detects that its battery needs recharging, it can autonomously navigate to its charging dock.
When used with a Rizon-series robot arm, positional errors caused by FRM 300 movement or workpiece misalignment can be compensated for, Flexiv asserted.
The Rizon robot can use its force sensitivity to “feel out” the exact location of the workpiece. This eliminates the need for computer vision and controlled lighting, enabling reliable operation in dynamic, unstructured environments, the company claimed.
The FMR 300 features high-precision laser SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) navigation, two-wheel differential motion control, and built-in collision detection. If necessary, the platform can also incorporate computer vision for enhanced collision avoidance in crowded or highly dynamic workplaces.
Flexiv aims for industrial applications
Flexiv said the FMR 300 is ideally suited for laboratory automation, CNC machine loading and unloading, and mobile grinding and polishing stations. It noted that the mobile robot is suitable for industries seeking higher flexibility, lower operational costs, and rapid deployment.
From programming software to robot arms, grippers, and now AMRs, Flexiv said it has developed its entire portfolio in-house. The company said this makes creating complex automation solutions easier, reduces commissioning time, and improves troubleshooting.
