Rail guided Vehicle

Modular and reconfigurable, FlexTrolley ARGV System(TM)

combines precision of chain conveyor with independent
control of AGV. Each part is fixtured and mounted on self-
driven wheeled trolley, guided along slotted track on floor,
which runs between stations on line. Full 360° access along
horizontal plane allows operators to move freely around
trolleys. Each trolley is driven by high-speed electric motor,
powered by onboard battery. Speeds up to 24 m/min can be
attained.
 Specifications
• Rail Guided Vehicle (RGV) is a flexible transportation vehicle
developed by SMC's own technology. It can link multiple
destinations, and be a good and economic alternative of
conveyor by its characteristic that it can eliminate complex and
fixed layout of conveyors, which enables simple and easily
maintainable transportation system. In a system multiple vehicles
can be operated according to the transportation requirement.
• RGV system constitutes of transportation rail, vehicles and
controller. RGV rail can be installed linear or circular.
• RGV is controlled by distribution control system and can be
expanded easily as the system parameter changes. This
characteristic cannot be obtained in normal conveyor system.
 Characteristics of RGV
• Independent operation of vehicle by individual
controller on each vehicle
• Low noise and vibration
• Modular design of drive unit to enable less
parts and easy maintenance
• Relatively accurate positioning by encoder
• Distribution control system
 Safety Features of RGV
• In case an obstacle is detected at the front, the vehicle reduces
its speed and if the distance is less than 60 mm, it stops.
• Soft bumper is installed at the front end. The vehicle stops at
touch of this bumper and it can be used as an emergency
switch.
• If the load is not at its correct position, the vehicle does not
move and generates abnormal sign.
• If the stop position is not correct, the vehicle re-tries the
positioning.
• In case of motor overload, thermal relay is actuated and the
vehicle does not move and produce abnormal sign.
 Features of RGV Controller
• Communication with upper level controller: receiving commands and
sending reports
• Operation management
• Real-time check of the vehicles status
• Error report on the controller display; error position, cause
• Data storage for the maintenance
• RGV work scheduling
• Emergency stop
• Operator interface using touch screen and GUI (Graphic User Interface)
• Independent operation control in case of upper controller failure
• Teaching operation
• Easy extension
 RGV Control System
• Trolleymation is the route for communication between
stationary controller and on-vehicle controller of RGV. It uses
trolley duct.
The characteristics of Trolleymation are as follows:
• One trolley line used as power and information transmission
simultaneously
• Fast and long distance transmission
• Reliable data transmission using high noise margin
• RS-232C interface with system device
• Up to 16 terminal units linked to one line
• Used as derailment detector