Mobile robots (AGV, AMR)

Cutting-edge semiconductor and sensor solutions for mobile robots, including automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)

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Overview

Infineon is committed to decarbonization and digitalization, with mobile robots like AGVs and AMRs contributing to both of these important goals. Additionally, mobile robots are a crucial aspect of the trends of industrial automation and industry 4.0, as well as the IoT revolution. As a global leader in semiconductors, we enable mobile robots that are smarter, more efficient, connected, more responsive, safer, and more secure.

Benefits

  • Complete mobile robot solutions
  • Advanced motor control systems
  • Intelligent navigation sensors
  • Efficient battery management
  • Reliable wireless connectivity
  • Scalable microcontroller options
  • Robust cybersecurity features
  • Seamless AI/ML integration
  • Modular hardware components
  • Real-time performance analytics
  • High-resolution vision systems
  • Documentation & community support

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About

What are the most efficient motor control solutions for mobile robots?

Precise and efficient motor control is the backbone of high-performing mobile robots. Our portfolio supports both brushed and brushless motor configurations, offering flexible solutions to meet specific needs. These solutions deliver precise speed and torque control, extended battery life, higher power density, and compact system size.

Key products and benefits include:

  • PSOC™ Control C3 family of MCUs: Powered by the Arm® Cortex®-M33, these MCUs provide high-performance computing with advanced peripheral capabilities, making them ideal for the demanding environments of AGV and AMR applications.
  • CoolGaN™ transistors: Deliver higher power density and superior switching performance, minimizing motor losses and maximizing energy efficiency for longer operational times.
  • XENSIV™ current and angle sensors: Ensure precise real-time feedback for motor positioning and control, enhancing accuracy and reliability in dynamic robotic applications.

Whether you're designing warehouse robots for quick directional changes or security robots requiring smooth, consistent motion, PSOC™ C3, CoolGaN™, and XENSIV™ sensors provide the precision, efficiency, and durability your system needs to excel.

Main control: The brain of the mobile robot

The main control unit serves as the brain of the AGV or AMR, orchestrating motion, communication, sensor data, and user interaction in real time. Our portfolio delivers the processing power and integration needed for intelligent and responsive autonomous robots.

Key products and their benefits:

  • XMC™ 4000 & XMC™ 7000 MCUs: Ideal for central control functions. They handle CAN communication, SBUS interfaces for remote control, sensor integration, and motor speed management on a single, reliable platform.
  • PSOC™ 6 & PSOC™ Edge MCUs: Well-suited for central control, these devices provide robust processing for real-time decision-making in dynamic environments.
  • PSOC™ 4 with CAPSENSE™ technology: This combination is perfect for HMI, enabling the creation of intuitive and responsive touch interfaces for your robots.
  • ModusToolbox™: Reduce your development time with our comprehensive software platform, which includes reference designs and evaluation boards to get you started faster.

Together, these components integrate with our XENSIV™ sensors and AIROC™ connectivity modules, creating a scalable and powerful foundation for industrial automation.

What enables precise navigation or environmental sensing in AGVs/AMRs?

Given their proximity to humans, mobile robots must be aware of their surroundings at all time. Safe, autonomous navigation depends on accurate, real-time environmental sensing. Our XENSIV™ sensor portfolio provides the depth, range, and precision that AGVs, AMRs, warehouse robots, and security robots need to operate confidently in complex, dynamic environments.

Our sensing solutions for mobile robotics include:

  • XENSIV™ 24 GHz and 60 GHz radar sensors: enable obstacle detection, floor type recognition, and people detection with high reliability
  • REAL3™ 3D time-of-flight (ToF) image sensors: depth sensing and 3D scene understanding for precise object recognition and navigation
  • XENSIV™ 3D magnetic sensors and angle sensors: support accurate positioning and motor commutation
  • XENSIV™ pressure sensors: enable height control and altitude awareness

Together, these sensors give mobile robots a comprehensive view of their surroundings, supporting:

  • Precise obstacle avoidance and path planning
  • Reliable operation in cluttered warehouse and industrial environments
  • Reduced downtime through improved spatial awareness
  • Smaller form factors enabled by compact, high-sensitivity sensor designs
What are the most efficient charging solutions for mobile robots?

Downtime is costly in automated environments, and late deliveries come at a cost. Our charging solutions are designed to minimize charging cycles, maximize energy efficiency, and keep your mobile robot fleet operating at full capacity.

Key products include:

  • CoolMOS™ and CoolSiC™ MOSFETs: deliver high efficiency in AC-DC conversion stages
  • CoolGaN™ transistors - enabling high-frequency switching for compact, high-efficiency charger designs
  • EiceDRIVER™ gate driver ICs: ensure reliable, precise control across power stages
  • Wireless charging ICs: support contact-free charging for AGVs and AMRs in automated docking stations
  • OPTIGA™ Trust authentication ICs: enable secure charging station authentication

System-level benefits for mobile robots:

  • Faster charging times and reduced energy losses
  • Support for autonomous docking and hands-free charging workflows
  • Scalable designs suitable for single units and large robot fleets
  • Comprehensive end-to-end application expertise and reference designs to accelerate development
What ensures robust BMS and power management for mobile robots?

Reliable power is critical for autonomous robots working long shifts or in mission-critical environments. Our battery and power management solutions are designed to maximize runtime, protect battery health, and ensure stable power delivery.

Key solutions for AGV and AMR robot power systems:

  • TLE9012DQU battery monitoring and balancing IC: precise voltage monitoring, balancing, and state-of-charge (SoC) estimation for lithium-ion packs
  • OPTIGA™ Authenticate S battery authentication ICs: protection against counterfeit batteries and unauthorized replacements
  • OptiMOS™ protection MOSFETs: robust short-circuit and overcurrent protection with wide safe operating area (SOA)
  • DC-DC converters and PMICs: efficient voltage conversion across system power rails
  • LDO and step-down switching regulators: stable, low-noise power for sensitive components

Benefits include:

  • Extended battery life and longer operational periods per charge
  • Accurate battery health monitoring to reduce unexpected downtime
  • Support for hot-swap configurations in continuous-operation deployments
  • Automotive-grade reliability in demanding industrial environments
 How to build secure connected autonomous mobile robots?

As mobile robots share data with fleet systems, cloud platforms, and other industrial assets, as well as their close operation proximity to humans, secure and reliable communication is essential. Our connectivity and security solutions ensure autonomous robots operate safely within IoT and Industry 4.0 ecosystems.

Our connected & secure robotics portfolio includes:

  • AIROC™ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®/BLE combo modules (e.g., CYW43012, CYW55571) for low-power, high-performance wireless connectivity in AGVs, AMRs, and security robots
  • OPTIGA™ Trust M secure element for hardware authentication, encrypted communication, and cyber threat protection
  • OPTIGA™ Connect IoT embedded SIM for secure cellular connectivity in remote deployments
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solutions for feature licensing and advanced hardware security

Key benefits include:

  • Secure, encrypted data transmission between robots and industrial control systems
  • Hardware-rooted authentication to prevent unauthorized access and counterfeiting
  • Remote monitoring, over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates, and fleet management support
  • Compliance-ready security architecture for industrial automation and IoT deployments

What are the most efficient motor control solutions for mobile robots?

Precise and efficient motor control is the backbone of high-performing mobile robots. Our portfolio supports both brushed and brushless motor configurations, offering flexible solutions to meet specific needs. These solutions deliver precise speed and torque control, extended battery life, higher power density, and compact system size.

Key products and benefits include:

  • PSOC™ Control C3 family of MCUs: Powered by the Arm® Cortex®-M33, these MCUs provide high-performance computing with advanced peripheral capabilities, making them ideal for the demanding environments of AGV and AMR applications.
  • CoolGaN™ transistors: Deliver higher power density and superior switching performance, minimizing motor losses and maximizing energy efficiency for longer operational times.
  • XENSIV™ current and angle sensors: Ensure precise real-time feedback for motor positioning and control, enhancing accuracy and reliability in dynamic robotic applications.

Whether you're designing warehouse robots for quick directional changes or security robots requiring smooth, consistent motion, PSOC™ C3, CoolGaN™, and XENSIV™ sensors provide the precision, efficiency, and durability your system needs to excel.

Main control: The brain of the mobile robot

The main control unit serves as the brain of the AGV or AMR, orchestrating motion, communication, sensor data, and user interaction in real time. Our portfolio delivers the processing power and integration needed for intelligent and responsive autonomous robots.

Key products and their benefits:

  • XMC™ 4000 & XMC™ 7000 MCUs: Ideal for central control functions. They handle CAN communication, SBUS interfaces for remote control, sensor integration, and motor speed management on a single, reliable platform.
  • PSOC™ 6 & PSOC™ Edge MCUs: Well-suited for central control, these devices provide robust processing for real-time decision-making in dynamic environments.
  • PSOC™ 4 with CAPSENSE™ technology: This combination is perfect for HMI, enabling the creation of intuitive and responsive touch interfaces for your robots.
  • ModusToolbox™: Reduce your development time with our comprehensive software platform, which includes reference designs and evaluation boards to get you started faster.

Together, these components integrate with our XENSIV™ sensors and AIROC™ connectivity modules, creating a scalable and powerful foundation for industrial automation.

What enables precise navigation or environmental sensing in AGVs/AMRs?

Given their proximity to humans, mobile robots must be aware of their surroundings at all time. Safe, autonomous navigation depends on accurate, real-time environmental sensing. Our XENSIV™ sensor portfolio provides the depth, range, and precision that AGVs, AMRs, warehouse robots, and security robots need to operate confidently in complex, dynamic environments.

Our sensing solutions for mobile robotics include:

  • XENSIV™ 24 GHz and 60 GHz radar sensors: enable obstacle detection, floor type recognition, and people detection with high reliability
  • REAL3™ 3D time-of-flight (ToF) image sensors: depth sensing and 3D scene understanding for precise object recognition and navigation
  • XENSIV™ 3D magnetic sensors and angle sensors: support accurate positioning and motor commutation
  • XENSIV™ pressure sensors: enable height control and altitude awareness

Together, these sensors give mobile robots a comprehensive view of their surroundings, supporting:

  • Precise obstacle avoidance and path planning
  • Reliable operation in cluttered warehouse and industrial environments
  • Reduced downtime through improved spatial awareness
  • Smaller form factors enabled by compact, high-sensitivity sensor designs

What are the most efficient charging solutions for mobile robots?

Downtime is costly in automated environments, and late deliveries come at a cost. Our charging solutions are designed to minimize charging cycles, maximize energy efficiency, and keep your mobile robot fleet operating at full capacity.

Key products include:

  • CoolMOS™ and CoolSiC™ MOSFETs: deliver high efficiency in AC-DC conversion stages
  • CoolGaN™ transistors - enabling high-frequency switching for compact, high-efficiency charger designs
  • EiceDRIVER™ gate driver ICs: ensure reliable, precise control across power stages
  • Wireless charging ICs: support contact-free charging for AGVs and AMRs in automated docking stations
  • OPTIGA™ Trust authentication ICs: enable secure charging station authentication

System-level benefits for mobile robots:

  • Faster charging times and reduced energy losses
  • Support for autonomous docking and hands-free charging workflows
  • Scalable designs suitable for single units and large robot fleets
  • Comprehensive end-to-end application expertise and reference designs to accelerate development

What ensures robust BMS and power management for mobile robots?

Reliable power is critical for autonomous robots working long shifts or in mission-critical environments. Our battery and power management solutions are designed to maximize runtime, protect battery health, and ensure stable power delivery.

Key solutions for AGV and AMR robot power systems:

  • TLE9012DQU battery monitoring and balancing IC: precise voltage monitoring, balancing, and state-of-charge (SoC) estimation for lithium-ion packs
  • OPTIGA™ Authenticate S battery authentication ICs: protection against counterfeit batteries and unauthorized replacements
  • OptiMOS™ protection MOSFETs: robust short-circuit and overcurrent protection with wide safe operating area (SOA)
  • DC-DC converters and PMICs: efficient voltage conversion across system power rails
  • LDO and step-down switching regulators: stable, low-noise power for sensitive components

Benefits include:

  • Extended battery life and longer operational periods per charge
  • Accurate battery health monitoring to reduce unexpected downtime
  • Support for hot-swap configurations in continuous-operation deployments
  • Automotive-grade reliability in demanding industrial environments

 How to build secure connected autonomous mobile robots?

As mobile robots share data with fleet systems, cloud platforms, and other industrial assets, as well as their close operation proximity to humans, secure and reliable communication is essential. Our connectivity and security solutions ensure autonomous robots operate safely within IoT and Industry 4.0 ecosystems.

Our connected & secure robotics portfolio includes:

  • AIROC™ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®/BLE combo modules (e.g., CYW43012, CYW55571) for low-power, high-performance wireless connectivity in AGVs, AMRs, and security robots
  • OPTIGA™ Trust M secure element for hardware authentication, encrypted communication, and cyber threat protection
  • OPTIGA™ Connect IoT embedded SIM for secure cellular connectivity in remote deployments
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solutions for feature licensing and advanced hardware security

Key benefits include:

  • Secure, encrypted data transmission between robots and industrial control systems
  • Hardware-rooted authentication to prevent unauthorized access and counterfeiting
  • Remote monitoring, over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates, and fleet management support
  • Compliance-ready security architecture for industrial automation and IoT deployments

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