SiCore Dynamics

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Position Detection

Infrared Guidance

Infrared Guidance uses IR emitters installed on the charging dock and IR receivers mounted on the robot. As the robot approaches the station, it detects the infrared signal and adjusts its trajectory until it reaches the correct docking position.

Five-step infrared guidance process from detection to docking
Service robot with infrared docking charging pile for automatic charging

Typical Applications

  • Robotic vacuum cleaners
  • Consumer robots
  • Educational robots
  • Indoor delivery robots
  • Small service robots

Advantages

  • Low system cost
  • Simple implementation
  • Fast response
  • Low power consumption
  • Proven and mature technology

Want to apply Infrared Guidance to your platform?

Talk with our team about integrating this capability into your docking system.