Design, Implementation, and Performance Optimization of a ROS Based Autonomous Mobile Robot for Intralogistics in Manufacturing Facilities

Neslihan Demir; Pinar Demircioglu; Ismail Bogrekci

doi:10.14313/jamris-2026-010

Abstract

This study deals with the development and optimization of an ROS-based Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) for intralogistics in production environments. With a robust mechanical design, high-level sensor fusion, and Hybrid A* path planning, this AMR offers considerable flexibility, safety, and efficiency gains over traditional automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The proposed AMR system allows for dynamic, autonomous locomotion in intricate industrial settings, with adaptive obstacle response and variable payloads. Verification in both virtual and real-life settings demonstrate the system’s effectiveness in navigation precision, energy efficiency, and load-carrying capacity, highlighting its potential to improve logistics operations and reduce operational costs in the Industry 4.0 context.

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Design, Implementation, and Performance Optimization of a ROS Based Autonomous Mobile Robot for Intralogistics in Manufacturing Facilities

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