The AMR market is growing rapidly – whether in logistics centers, manufacturing facilities, or agricultural technology. Unlike AGVs, which operate within fixed, predefined areas, AMRs can be deployed much more flexibly. At the same time, the boom in e-commerce is creating demand for leaner, more efficient logistics processes. Agriculture is another sector increasingly turning to AMRs to automate workflows and boost efficiency.
The hardware requirements for AMR control units are demanding: low latency for sensor fusion, precise positioning, a rugged design for 24/7 operation, and seamless integration into vehicle and machine networks.
To operate autonomously and reliably, AMRs must process massive volumes of data from various sensors in near real time. These include high-resolution cameras, LiDAR, and radar. The sensor data is further enhanced with GPS correction and telemetry. Key requirements for embedded systems used as AMR controllers include:
Syslogic offers a product portfolio specifically developed for autonomous robots and vehicles. The company’s embedded systems combine ruggedness and reliability with NVIDIA’s modern Jetson System-on-Module (SoM) technology. As an official member of the NVIDIA Partner Network, Syslogic ensures that Jetson technology can be deployed reliably even under harsh environmental conditions.
One example is the Syslogic Rugged Computer RML A4AGX SPE. It features four Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) interfaces compliant with the automotive Ethernet standard, enabling direct connection to modern vehicle sensors. Each interface is equipped with its own Network Interface Controller (NIC), making it ideal for low-latency sensor fusion. Data throughput reaches up to 1 Gbit/s. In addition, the embedded computer offers eight GMSL2 camera inputs with PPS synchronization, plus two integrated u-blox GNSS receivers for precise, synchronized image and positioning data. The u-blox technology also enables moving-base and moving-rover configurations. Powered by the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin™, the unit provides 275 trillion operations per second (TOPS) of AI performance and 64 GB of RAM, offering ample processing power for advanced inference and image processing algorithms.
To ensure reliable performance even in demanding environments, the AMR controller comes in a rugged IP67/IP69-rated housing. This makes the embedded computer shock- and vibration-resistant, temperature-proof from –25 °C to +70 °C, and fully protected against moisture and dust.
With its combination of rugged design, high AI performance, and comprehensive connectivity, the Syslogic Rugged Computer RML A4AGX SPE is the ideal control unit for AMRs – whether in warehouses, production facilities, or outdoor applications. Manufacturers and integrators benefit from a platform that not only meets the technical requirements but also ensures long-term planning security.
In addition to the Rugged Computer RML A4AGX, Syslogic offers a range of other embedded systems in various performance classes, all designed specifically for AMR applications.
