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OrionStar Introduces CarryBot and its Logistics Capabilities for Micro-Fulfillment Centers

By Alex Passett
September 11, 2024

Alright, readers. Check this out:

OrionStar Robotics, an innovator when it comes to service robot applications and self-developed, full-chain artificial intelligence technologies, has officially launched CarryBot.

What is CarryBot, exactly?

CarryBot, as you can see in the image above, has been described as the world’s first logistics robot that’s a purpose-built solution for micro-fulfillment centers, or MFCs. And MFCs are, make no mistake, quite relevant here; as small, highly automated warehouses (typically close to consumers) designed to shorten order response times and enhance overall rates of customer satisfaction.

In this vein, CarryBot delivers. (Pun intended.)

See, CarryBot’s versatile carrying attachments address a variety of modern material transport needs, which points to boosts in efficiency. CarryBot can also quickly adapt to dynamically changing environments using VSLAM, or visual simultaneous localization and mapping, technology. Though still in its early stages, VSLAM has enormous potential for robotics, augmented reality applications and more. (Plus with VSLAM, CarryBots don’t require pre-set markers or undue facility modifications.)

On top of all that, OrionStar’s CarryBot is equipped with LiDAR, depth cameras, collision protection sensors and emergency stop buttons, paving the way for comprehensive safety assurances (and necessary standards met) while enabling auto-navigation capabilities while being able to carry a net payload of up to 100 kilograms.

So, transporting bulk goods nearly effortlessly? How about hefty components? Larger, more sensitive warehouse inventory items?

Seems to us like CarryBot’s got ‘em.

But more importantly, CarryBot can eliminate the strain associated with manual handling, pointing further to maintaining long-term worker safety protocols. After all, OrionStar’s mission is to free people from repetitive and increasingly laborious tasks so they can confidently pursue other forms of meaningful work.

“The launch of CarryBot marks a significant breakthrough for OrionStar Robotics in logistics automation,” the company stated. “We remain committed to providing advanced technologies, and we will continue to help customers around the world succeed in their endeavors.”

Learn more about Internet of Things-made-possible solutions at IoT Evolution Expo 2025, which will be taking place from February 11-13, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Part of the #TECHSUPERSHOW experience, this event combines educational conference programming with a robust exhibit hall, networking events and other activities, bringing together buyers and providers of business technology products and services that are huge for IoT.


Edited by Greg Tavarez
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