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Information about optional items is provided in this section.

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EM2100 Fleet Manager

To manage and administer multiple AMRs in the same workspace, you must use an EM2100 appli-
ance configured as a Fleet Manager running the Fleet Operations Workspace (FLOW) software. The
EM2100 appliance is a computing device with a processor capable of running the Fleet Operations
Workspace Core suite.
For a fleet of AMRs, the Fleet Operations Workspace Core (FLOW Core) software running on an
EM2100 appliance shares the map between all AMRs in the fleet. This provides a common frame of
reference for navigation and localization, preventing contention between AMRs while managing traffic
flow and ensuring job completion. Refer to

Fleet Operations Workspace Core User's Manual (Cat. No.

I635)

for more information.

When two or more AMRs operate in the same workspace, they may not be able to accurately detect
each other or to precisely determine each other's dimensions without a Fleet Manager. This occurs be-
cause the Safety Laser Scanners are positioned inside channels along the sides of the AMR. These
channels along the front, rear, and sides of the AMR allow a clear line-of-sight for the Safety Laser
Scanners. When two similar AMRs approach each other, their Safety Laser Scanners will detect the
inner surface of that channel and not the outer perimeter of the other AMR. Typically this will not
present a problem however in close proximity, each AMR will plan its motion more accurately with in-
formation from the Fleet Manager about the position of the other AMR.
The EM2100 appliance can be configured for the following operating modes.
• Standalone Fleet Manager

This has the ability to connect to, communicate with, and control the AMR fleet.

• Paired: Primary Fleet Manager

This is similar to the Standalone Fleet Manager, but also communicates with a Secondary Fleet
Manager, which serves as a backup if the Primary ever fails.

• Paired: Secondary Fleet Manager

This functions as a backup appliance for the Primary.

• Fleet Simulator

This can simulate up to ten AMRs divided between up to three fleets.

The Fleet Manager controls AMRs over a wireless network improving the efficiency of AMR operations
by sharing the information between all AMRs in the fleet. The shared information includes functions for
improving the efficiency of AMR operations with the following methods.
• Dynamic position and heading of the AMR (velocity and direction of travel).
• AMR size including payload structure consideration.
• Path planning information for the individual AMR's intended route.

CAUTION

Although the AMR's software provides the option of using the map features to keep
the AMR within its designated workspace, poor or improper localization may result in
incorrect path planning. To ensure safety, you must always install physical barriers
where there is a risk of property damage or personal hazard.

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