MTS160 was introduced by Naviq, a unique magnetic guide sensor designed for mobile robots. It is a type of magnetic sensor featuring angle measurement capabilities. The sensor has position accuracy and 1-degree precision within 1mm. The dual functionality of this guidance sensor offers excellent positioning precision and orientation. Thus, it improves the mobile robotic systems’ navigation capabilities.
MTS160 is unique over its rivals!
The features of MTS160 make it outstanding over the other navigational systems. You will understand how good this new invention is by understanding its features.
The traditional magnetic line-following sensors can only detect the position along a single dimension. Whilst, the MTS160 has unique angle detection that allows the robots to assess curvature track. It means that this unique magnetic guidance sensor type can handle curves and cannot lose out-of-track. The robot can distinguish between:
- minor trajectory adjustments for straight paths
- more proactive steering to navigate curves
You can conclude how flexible and reliable this new guidance sensor is by how it performs well. The improved path-tracking precision of this guidance sensor allows robots to follow the designated paths with precision. It can also navigate bends at higher speeds without getting interrupted.
The MTS160 can detect point-source disk magnets with millimeter accuracy. The robot can easily evaluate its orientation and position with accuracy by installing magnets at precise locations. Therefore, the magnetic guidance sensor is ideal for precise position at the docking or charging stations.
The unique features of MTS160
- Dual functionality. MTS160 can measure angle and position with high accuracy. It ensures orientation and positioning are accurate.
- Angle detection. MTS160 lets the robots assess the curvature path. The proactive steering can adjust automatically upon entering curves.
- Improved navigation. MTS160 enhances the navigation capabilities of mobile robots, even in a complex environment without being interrupted with tight turns.
MTS160 has advanced marker detection
The advanced marker detection supports the magnetic tape markers with a reversed polarity, which is placed along the track. The markers signal various areas, such as:
- requiring speed adjustments
- for upcoming forks and merges
- proximity to stop areas
The operation efficiency of the robot is enhanced because of the unique algorithm of the guidance sensor that manages forks and merges. It works perfectly in the smooth direction that suddenly changes at junctions.
Functions of MTS160
MTS160 functions as the main guidance sensor in affordable robots on a fixed path or serves as a supplementary component in robots. Some robots have laser or vision navigation systems to have precise positioning, which makes MTS160 ideal when used as its sensor.
The MTS160 features an M8 4-pin watertight connector for power and signals the transmission. M8 4-pin watertight connector supports Controller Area Network bus and RS232 interfaces to ensure its compatibility to:
- PLC brands
- microcomputers
The compact design of MTS160 measures 165 x 35 x 25mm. Thus, it is easy to attach to any robot design.
The MTS160 sensor is convenient to use, with a nice feature of RGB LEDs for visual feedback on marker and tape detection. The web-based utility does not require any installation as you can simply connect the sensor to a PC or smartphone through a USB port for:
- configuration
- testing
- logging
- monitoring
The utility helps with automatic firmware updates. Automatic self-test of the internal circuitry guarantees reliable performance and safe operation.
Uniqueness of MTS160
MTS160 magnetic guidance sensor is unique with its performance because it can measure both the robot’s position along the angle of incidence to that path and the magnetic path. It allows the robots to follow a line and precisely navigate bends and curves with high precision.
Conclusion
MTS160 magnetic guidance sensor can follow the magnetic tape at precise navigation without any interruption like curves and bends.
