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Airport Baggage Handling

Revolutionize terminal operations with fast, precise baggage robots. Clear jams fast, ramp up safety with smart fleet coordination.

Airport Baggage Handling

Why Automate Airport Baggage Handling?

Increased Throughput

Handle volume surges at steady paces—no fatigue or shifts.

Traceability & Accuracy

Slash mishandled bags 99% with nonstop tracking per move.

Workplace Safety

Ease crew injuries by automating heavy hauls across tarmac.

Faster Turnaround

Smart routes get bags to planes/carousels quickest.

Flexible Scalability

Scale fleets easy for peaks/valleys, no infra tweaks.

Operational Savings

Trim costs: less labor, damage, power use.

Seamless Integration Logic

BHRs integrate right into your BHS. At bag check-in, it sends a bot to scan the tag and confirm the flight.

LiDAR/SLAM dodges people/vehicles in sorting halls or tarmac chaos.

Optimizes to ULD/carousel, then docks or grabs next—endless efficiency.

Workflow Diagram

Where It's Used

International Hubs

Tough inter-terminal hauls with tight connections.

Regional Airports

Flex robots swap rigid conveyors for variable schedules.

Curbside Check-in

Curbside/garage bots ferry straight to security.

Oversized Baggage

Heavy-duty for skis/golf gear that clogs belts.

What You Need

Component Specification
Robot Payload Minimum 50kg (standard) / 100kg (oversized)
Navigation Sensors 3D LiDAR, RGB-D Cameras, IMU, Wheel Encoders
Connectivity Private 5G or Enterprise Wi-Fi 6 (Low latency required)
Software Integration API access to Airport Operational Database (AODB) & BHS
Environment Flat concrete/epoxy flooring; ramps < 5 degrees inclination
Power Infrastructure Automated Opportunity Charging Stations (220V/3-phase)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can these robots operate outdoors on the tarmac?

Yes, airside models are IP65-rated with rugged tires for rain, lighting changes, and bumps.

How do the robots interact with existing conveyor belts?

Top modules (conveyor/tilt) sync belts for hands-free bag transfers.

Is the system TSA/Security compliant?

Yes. Fleet tracks the full custody chain; optimizes routes through EDS for top security.

What happens if a robot encounters a person?

PL-d lasers: slows/stops for intrusions, reroutes safely.

What is the battery life and charging time?

8-10 hours/charge; quick 10-15 min docks for near-24/7.

How fast can the robots travel?

2.5 m/s in empty zones; drops to 1.2 m/s around people for comfort and safety.

Can it handle odd-shaped luggage?

Yes. Trays/bins ignore shapes/straps—no jams.

Does this require changing the airport floor?

Pure SLAM—no tape/QR. Works in current setups.

What happens if a robot breaks down?

Fleet spots faults, swaps bots seamlessly—no flow breaks.

What is the ROI timeline?

ROI in 18-24 months via labor/lost-bag savings.

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