Term / Abbreviation Description
Pendant A handheld, external input device for manually driving AMRs that is typical-
ly used for map creation.
Pickup A job segment where an AMR typically acquires a payload.
PoE Network Switch Power over Ethernet technology allows network switches to transmit both
power and data simultaneously through an Ethernet cable.
Polo The AMR firmware that controls motors and also computes the AMR's
heading readings and other low-level operating conditions to ARAM.
Power Supply Box Unit that receives AC power from the facility and supplies power to the
Docking Target and battery for charging purposes.
Safety commissioning Testing and commissioning for verification of proper function the AMR's on-
board safety systems using a software wizard.
Safety Controller A device installed in the AMR that provides all safety functions and opera-
tions.
SetNetGo (SNG) The software operating system that resides on the AMR and the optional
EM2100 appliance. It is used to configure the AMR's communication pa-
rameters, gather Debug Info Files, and upgrade the software.
Skilled persons Persons that have the technical knowledge or sufficient experience to ena-
ble them to avoid electrical or mechanical dangers.
Shut-down The process of powering OFF in a controlled manner to allow for correct
operation at the next start-up request.
Start-up The process of booting and enabling all systems after being powered OFF
to reach an operational state.
Swing radius The distance from the AMR center of rotation to the furthest point on its pe-
rimeter when it rotates in place.
Tasks Instructions for the AMR to perform certain actions like reading inputs, set-
ting outputs, movement commands, talking, waiting and other functions.
Troubleshooting Efforts such as information collection, diagnostics, and error recovery to re-
sume normal operation.
Turn radius The radius of the circle that the AMR will travel when turning while moving
forward.
Wizard A guide within a software user interface that assists the user in performing
an operation or function.
Workspace The intended operating area of the AMR.
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