Hyundai Motor Group’s Robotics LAB has achieved significant recognition at the 2024 Red Dot Design Awards, securing three prestigious accolades, including two “Best of Best” titles. The Red Dot Awards, among the most prominent design awards globally, honored HMG Robotics LAB in the Robotics category.
The Group’s innovative Safety Inspection Robot, which won a “Best of Best” title, is operational at the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS). This robot uses artificial intelligence to inspect machinery within the smart urban mobility hub, identifying abnormalities. Its design includes optimized packaging with a sculpted cover to prevent sensor blind spots, enhancing accurate detection and productivity. The exterior design emphasizes the robot’s technological capabilities, integrating seamlessly into the HMGICS environment.
To maximize its field of view and improve recognition and detection capabilities, the robot’s camera is mounted on a telescopic extension, allowing it to elevate its position. Equipped with four PnD (Plug and Drive) modules, one at each corner, the robot navigates around obstacles on HMGICS’ production floor. It uniquely inspects gauges, valves, and components in difficult locations, corrects false readings caused by human error, and reports missed contaminants or spillages.
The Group’s MobED Delivery robot, a compact and minimalistic mobility platform, also won a “Best of Best” title. MobED Delivery’s DnL (Drive and Lift) module integrates driving, steering, and braking into a single eccentric wheel mechanism. This design allows MobED Delivery to dynamically adjust its body inclination and height for seamless movement and safe delivery of goods. Its adaptable wheelbase minimizes inconvenience for pedestrians while ensuring secure transportation.
MobED Delivery’s adaptability allows it to effortlessly traverse different terrains with varying elevations. Its load tray extends towards the ground when the main body is inclined, with the unit’s conveyor belt guiding items smoothly towards the rear of the robot, ensuring safe delivery. MobED Delivery can be seamlessly integrated into diverse environments, including offices and apartments, eliminating the need for individuals to receive items personally and enhancing convenience.
The Robotics LAB’s DAL-e Delivery robot was also recognized as a Red Dot Winner. This food, beverage, and parcel delivery robot can conveniently deliver to customers in complex spaces, such as offices and shopping malls, thanks to its PnD module.
As part of its sophisticated design, DAL-e Delivery features a top display and signature exterior LED lighting, enabling users to identify its current state. The unit’s load cabin securely stores delivery items in transit, with double doors that open automatically and a powered tray that operates during delivery. The robot’s power module offers autonomous navigation thanks to a suite of cameras and sensors.
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