At the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) event, Saurabh Chandra, the forward-thinking CEO of Ati Motors, shared transformative insights into the future of industrial robotics. Known for his innovative approach to automation, Saurabh detailed the cutting-edge technologies that power Ati Motors and the philosophies that drive their success.

For Saurabh, the path to revolutionising material movement in factories is clear: “Whatever moves is going to be autonomous as we go forward.” With this bold vision, Ati Motors has adopted a self-driving car-like technology stack—an approach that allows their autonomous robots to navigate complex and varied industrial environments with precision. Unlike conventional AGVs that rely on simpler solutions, Ati Motors’ robots thrive in challenging conditions, from gradients and broken floors to puddles and cluttered spaces.

3D LiDAR Technology: A New Perspective

Central to Ati Motors’ advancements is 3D LiDAR technology. Saurabh explains, “Think about the traditional 2D LIDAR approach as ants going inside a place… 3D LiDARs see the world in 3D, it’s almost like when human beings stood up and could see around.” This comprehensive perception enables their robots to outperform expectations in demanding factory environments, combining camera and LiDAR data to navigate safely and efficiently.

A Holistic Approach to Safety

Safety is a cornerstone of Ati Motors’ design, as he emphasises, “We don’t outsource our safety to the LiDAR. We take responsibility of that and trust our sensor fusion, and the whole system to certify the safety.” This robust approach, which integrates sensor fusion and real-time data analysis, ensures their robots can adapt and respond to diverse indoor and outdoor challenges, maintaining high safety standards.

Explore the complete interview with Saurabh Chandra to learn how Ati Motors is pushing the boundaries of industrial automation with groundbreaking technology and visionary leadership.