The need for more power
The need for more power
Almost everything around us is touched at some point by robots. There are robotic applications utilized in agricultural harvesting, warehouse inventory movement, campus delivery and consumer delivery. These robots are fueled by batteries, making power conversion efficiency – along with size/weight – critical. Power conversion needs become more and more challenging as load capacity, visual recognition and user functionality requirements further increase within the robotic application.
Longer range and run time with more payload and functionality
Longer range and run time with more payload and functionality
A better way to deliver power: Power delivery networks based on Vicor high-performance power modules enable innovative designs for robots. More flexible than a brick and easier to implement than a discrete solution, each power module is optimized for high-efficiency, density and overall performance. Vicor modules are also lightweight compared to competitive solutions, enabling robots to take on larger and heavier payloads. Power modules can also be paralleled, allowing for designs to easily scale in power as robotic power demands increase and also allow for the same power architecture to be deployed within a platform of various sized robot systems.
Benefits of a better way to deliver power
Benefits of a better way to deliver power
High density
Modular and scalable
Efficiency up to 98%
Lightweight
See how Vicor power modules meet conversion challenges in battery-powered robots
Robotics applications
Delivery robots
Lightweight and efficient power modules extend delivery routes and save space to carry more goods.
Harvesting robots
Rugged, reliable, and efficient power modules maximize up-time in harsh environments.
Logistics robots
High efficiency power modules maximize system run-time and improve productivity.
Security and inspection robots
Compact power modules save space for advanced sensors to improve security and performance.
Tethered ROVs
Higher voltage power modules enable lighter, safer, lower cost tether cables.
Disinfecting robots
Flexible, scalable modular solutions support multiple systems for healthier and cleaner spaces.
Robotics case studies
Overhead gantry robot
Case study: Wide input voltage facilitates contactless power solution
Security robot
Case study: More patrolling, less recharging
Autonomous warehouse robot
Case study: High efficiency converters help maximize run-time
Medical surgery robot
Case study: Improving the ergonomics of handheld tools
Tethered underwater ROV
Case study: DC-DC transformer facilitates implementation of longer tether
Sewer inspection robot
Case study: Low weight, low noise solution
