Build a Line Follower Robot for Easy Indoor AGV and Package Transporting
In the era of smart automation, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) have become the backbone of modern warehousing and internal logistics. While industrial-grade AGVs can cost thousands of dollars, the core technology—line following—is surprisingly accessible. By building a line follower robot designed for package transport, you can create a functional prototype for moving small items across a home, office, or workshop floor automatically. This guide will walk you through the process of building a heavy-duty line follower robot capable of acting as a DIY AGV. We will focus on stability, load-bearing capacity, and precise navigation. Why Use Line Following for Indoor Transport? Line following is one of the most reliable and cost-effective ways to automate indoor movement. Unlike GPS, which doesn't work well indoors, or LiDAR, which requires complex processing power, line following relies on a simple visual track. This offers several advantages: Predictability: The robot...
