Kuka, a manufacturer of robots, has developed a new autonomous mobile robot for intralogistics — which is the logistical flow of information and material goods within a fulfillment or distribution center.

The KUKA KMP 600-S diffDrive is a fast moving — up to 2 meters per second — mobile platform designed to offer high-speed support for production intralogistics and a 600 kg payload.

Source: Kuka

Outfitted with laser scanners and 3D object detection, the KUKA KMP 600-S diffDrive can reportedly work safely alongside humans without the need for safety fencing, according to its developers.

Further, the robots can detect obstacles and is designed to work under adverse conditions such as water spray and dust.

Additionally, the KMP 600-S diffDrive can be linked to various workstations in a facility to perform an array of load-handling tasks, acting as a top-loading AGV (automated guided vehicle) or as a palletizer capable of lifting pallets or cartons up to 60 mm, for instance.

The KMP 600-S diffDrive is detailed in the accompanying video that appears courtesy of Kuka.