Aioi Systems began accepting orders on October 1st for the "PP0106," a projection picking system controller compatible with next-generation 3D sensing technology.
By combining it with the wide-angle camera "PP0303," it simultaneously achieves the previously difficult-to-resolve goals of "wide-area coverage with a single unit" and "high-precision detection even at the edges of shelves."
Sensing range image (conceptual diagram)
A projection picking system is a projection-type navigation system that uses a projector to support picking and sorting work in logistics and manufacturing sites. Images, letters, numbers, QR codes, etc., are projected onto shelves, racks, floors, walls, etc., providing workers with clear instructions on "where," "what," and "how many" items to pick.
The new controller, "PP0106," is equipped with a newly developed "point cloud analysis algorithm." It highly corrects the distortion unique to wide-angle lenses in real time, enabling accurate detection to every corner of the area, as if measured with a ruler.
It can accurately identify a tiny area (40mm) the size of a fingertip and perform pinpoint touch detection. Because one unit can cover a wide area, it is possible to reduce the number of units installed compared to conventional systems and lower implementation costs.
With the recent expansion of the e-commerce market, logistics centers are increasing the density of storage shelves in an effort to make effective use of limited space. As a result, the "openings" of shelves are becoming narrower, increasing the risk of staff mistakenly picking up items from adjacent openings.
Conventional sensor technology had the problem that attempting to cover a wide area resulted in significant distortion at the edges of the image, making it difficult to accurately recognize small shelves in the periphery. In locations with low ceilings, it was difficult to secure sufficient installation height for the sensors, which narrowed the coverage area per unit and increased the number of units required, putting pressure on costs.
Therefore, Aioi Systems developed a correction technology using its own new algorithm, enabling detection over a wide area and in every corner.
