Process Overview
This solution, applied to a large-scale solar power plant Construction site in Australia, is a mobile manipulator-based installation automation system centered around 'LUMI,' an autonomous mobile robot developed by Luminous Robotics. The site presented a challenging environment for human workers, characterized by high temperatures, strong winds, and rough terrain; furthermore, there was a growing demand for Construction automation due to labor shortages and rising labor costs.
LUMI is a mobile robotic arm designed to install heavy solar panels quickly and accurately, featuring an integrated structure of autonomous driving capabilities, a robotic arm, and high-precision sensors. In particular, it is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing human-centered installation methods, enabling a transition to on-site automation without the need for separate infrastructure changes.
Project Background and Purpose
background:
Australia possesses an environment favorable for the construction of large-scale solar power complexes due to its abundant solar radiation; however, slow installation speeds and rising costs have been persistent issues due to the characteristics of remote regions where securing Construction personnel is difficult. In particular, with panels weighing over 36 kg, repetitive installation work under hot and humid conditions increased the risk of worker injury and led to reduced productivity.
purpose
Speed of solar panel installation and reduction of labor costs
Ensuring consistency in installation quality
Ensuring operational stability in extreme environments
Establishing a foundation for large-scale automation to expand renewable energy infrastructure
Components
| Robot | Mobile Manipulator LUMI Main Body: Mobile Chassis + Robot Arm + Onboard Control System |
|---|---|
| Peripherals | AI-based operation optimization Robot Software : Equipped with environmental perception and decision-making capabilities; High-precision sensor module: Automated panel positioning and fixation; Self-contained battery-powered system: Enables long-term operation without power line connections; Pallet/truck integration structure: Seamless integration with existing Logistics flows. |
Workflow
| STEP 1. | Panel Location Identification: Sensors recognize the position of panels loaded on pallets or trucks |
|---|---|
| STEP 2. | Robot Movement: The robot chassis moves to the installation site autonomously |
| STEP 3. | Panel Pickup and Fixing: The manipulator lifts the panel and secures it to the structure |
| STEP 4. | Moving to the next location after installation: Performing repetitive tasks |
| STEP 5. | Monitoring: A single operator monitors and controls multiple LUMI units. |
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