INDUS ROVER
FeatureS
Autonomous Navigation: The INDUS robots have the capability to navigate in any environment autonomously. The robot estimates its surrounding using a stereo camera or an infrared camera depending on the environment where the robot is deployed, it is able to map its environment in 2D, 2.5D and full 3D. It can also localise itself by blending information from a number of sensors mounted on the robot allowing for redundancy. Subsequently, it can navigate to a goal point commanded or inferred using AI.
Mission Control Interface
The INDUS & AURUS robots can be controlled using a remote mission control, tablet or RC controller. Communication protocols can be customised as per encryption and protocol requirements. The interface that is designed in house and can customize depending on the operation.
AI on the Edge: Our AI neural networks run onboard the robots, allowing them a sense of intelligence and recognition. The models can be customized based on the use case and its implementation/integration with the navigation stack can also be modified.
Fault-tolerant Control Systems: The INDUS robots have a built-in diagnostics system that would give the predictive maintenance, underperformance potential issues along with regular information such as the battery percentage, distance covered from the base station, operating temperature(internal and external), the live feed from the robot and other relevant information.
Embedded Systems: Our embedded system is completely designed in house allowing integration with any additional sensors and capabilities. The platform currently runs a robust sensor communication system, tight control loops and differential drive PIDs. It has a reliable power distribution system with battery hot-swap capability. The robot has a runtime of approximately 5 hours without any accessory mounted on the robot. With accessories such as the hoeing/harrowing tool or the weeding mechanism, the runtime is subjected to reduction.
Built for rough use: The INDUS and AURUS rovers are built for use in rough terrain. The electric drive and compact transmission methodology allow for easy adaptability of the robots for different drive mechanisms based on the terrain use case. Precision engineering and a sturdy waterproof build allows for reliable operations.