Aris-Imr: Revolutionizing Inventory Management with Intelligent Robotics

An Innovative Solution for Efficient Warehouse Operations

In today's fast-paced world, traditional manual inventory tracking methods often fall short in keeping up with the demands of large-scale warehouses. The Aris-Imr, developed by Li Xuan and Liu Zhe of Youibot Robotics and SF Supply Chain, is a groundbreaking inventory management robot that aims to revolutionize the way warehouses operate.

The Aris-Imr was born out of the need for a more efficient and intelligent inventory tracking solution for high-level warehousing racks. Traditional methods were time-consuming, prone to errors, and resulted in chaotic management and wasted resources. With the Aris-Imr, these challenges are overcome, paving the way for streamlined warehouse operations.

What sets the Aris-Imr apart from other inventory management robots is its unique lifting module. Equipped with this module, the Aris-Imr can autonomously track inventory in a warehouse spanning nearly 30,000 square meters, with racks reaching heights of up to 15 meters, all within a remarkable 11.5 hours. The robot operates continuously, day and night, ensuring accurate and up-to-date inventory data.

The Aris-Imr utilizes cutting-edge technologies such as dynamic slam, 3D laser obstacle avoidance, and a large database to navigate the warehouse environment and accurately track inventory. Its single-time running lasts over 20 hours, and its scanning range covers an impressive 15 mm to 15 meters in the high rack.

One of the key challenges in developing the Aris-Imr was addressing the varying heights of cargo locations in large-scale warehouses. With its mast and scanning device, the Aris-Imr successfully overcomes this challenge. The mast can reach heights of up to 12-15 meters, allowing the robot to scan barcodes on pallets and goods at different levels. This precise scanning capability ensures that inventory is recorded systematically, from high racks to low racks or vice versa.

The Aris-Imr's operation is user-friendly and efficient. Users can remotely issue tasks to the robot, which then performs them autonomously, eliminating the need for on-site labor during nights and weekends. After completing the tasks, the Aris-Imr generates a detailed task report, providing users with real-time information on inventory status.

Development of the Aris-Imr began on October 10, 2020, and after a year of research and development, this intelligent inventory tracking robot became a milestone in the global warehousing industry. Its impact on intelligent warehousing is undeniable, bringing about significant improvements in inventory management and efficiency.

The Aris-Imr has received recognition for its groundbreaking design. It was awarded the Bronze A' Design Award in Robotics, Automaton, and Automation Design in 2022. This prestigious award is bestowed upon designs that demonstrate outstanding creativity, technical prowess, and a commitment to improving quality of life.

The Aris-Imr, with its intelligent capabilities and innovative design, is set to transform the way warehouses manage their inventory. With its efficiency, accuracy, and user-friendly operation, it is poised to make a significant impact on the warehousing industry, paving the way for a more streamlined and intelligent future.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Xuan Li
Image Credits: Xuan Li
Project Team Members: lixuan, liuzhe, xingyifan, shanshiqiang
Project Name: Aris-Imr
Project Client: Xuan Li


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