Nissan's AI-powered factory robots can haul 4,000 pounds — and call each other for backup
· Source: businessinsider.com
In short
Nissan is deploying AI-powered autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at its Smyrna, Tennessee factory to haul heavy components in the body shop, replacing work previously done by 64 forklift and tug operators. The robots, manufactured by OTTO (owned by Rockwell Automation), can carry roughly 4,190 pounds, navigate dynamically using lidar and cameras, and communicate with Nissan's production equipment to adjust deliveries in real time. The rollout is part of Nissan's broader cost-reduction strategy amid a sales turnaround, with affected workers being offered other positions within the plant.
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Tags: AMR, automation, manufacturing, robotics, material-handling, labor