The newest autonomous robot from Honda is made for moving objects around work sites

 The third-generation "Autonomous Work Vehicle" can travel by itself while carrying two pallets.

With the Autonomous Work Vehicle, Honda has attempted to combine its two well-known industries of robots and vehicles in recent years (AWV). It recently introduced a new third-generation model that can move up to two palettes' worth of cargo around construction sites by itself. But this time, Honda is eager to locate businesses ready to test it out.

The present AWV evolved from a glorified autonomous electric waggon that was essentially an ATV with the top removed. The most recent AWV has improved avoidance features, a lower bed for faster loading, a larger bed size (two pallets), a higher capacity (2,000 pounds), a higher self-driving speed of up to 10 MPH, a larger battery offering up to 10 hours and 28 miles of endurance, and more.

Because to a collection of sensors on the mast, it may move autonomously or under remote control through difficult terrain, such as building sites. They include tablet-based user interfaces for GPS, radar, LiDAR, and camera technologies as well as cloud connection. The company claimed that earlier field tests had successfully demonstrated the capability of numerous Honda AWVs to transport and distribute building supplies and materials at specific locations along a planned path.

According to Honda, the AWV will help businesses in the construction and other industries deal with difficulties including worker shortages and workplace transportation. The AWV version 3.0 is now ready for field trials, according to the company, which is seeking partners for a construction trade show in Las Vegas that will begin on March 14th, 2023. This follows thorough testing of the previous model.

"During CONEXPO, we aim to connect with firms and prospective business partners that are interested in field testing the vehicle at their workplace. We think the Honda AWV can be an excellent way to help construction teams while also boosting workplace productivity and safety "said Jason VanBuren, manager of systems engineering at Honda Motor.