From idea to product
BlueBotics supports the development of new products, from feasibility study to prototyping, in a timely and cost-effective manner. Once your prototype has been validated, BlueBotics can provide additional support with product design, production and deployment.
15+ years of experience
Combining electronics, mechanics and software within mobile robots has been our day-to-day activity for more than 15 years. From concept to mass production, we put our expertise at your service.
Experts in navigation
Building robots is one thing, controlling them is another. At BlueBotics, we have developed the innovative ANT® solution, a proven navigation product line that enables the localization and control of any platform.
Swiss made
Our robots are not only engineered in Switzerland, they are also built there. Together with our network of suppliers, we deliver solutions with the Swiss Made quality label, which guarantees your application will perform perfectly both now and in the future.
Engineering services
mini™
The mini™ vehicle has been designed to fulfill the increasing needs of new applications in cleanrooms, laboratories, light-load logistics, etc. The concept of mini™ is to provide the most compact and efficient mobile platform on which the customer can implement his own application.As for today, mini™ is available with two lift modules as well as a roller conveyor. BlueBotics’ robotics engineering services also allow us to develop for you additional custom specific modules on demand.
mini™ is the ideal mobile base to enable your application in cleanrooms and laboratories.
Specifications
| mini™ | |
| Dimensions L x W x H | 59 cm x 40 cm x 30 cm |
| Weight platform | 70 kg |
| Weight module | 15-25 kg |
| Payload | 150 kg |
| Max speed | 1.5 m/s |
| Autonomy | >6 hours |
| Charging time | 1.2 hours |
| Automatic charge | Included |
| Safety | 360° laser scanner view |
| ISO5 | Certification on demand |
mini™ lite
The mini™ lite vehicle is an evolution of the mini™ solution above. It is similar in terms of functionality and modularity but more adapted to “standard” environments.mini™ lite also provides modules dedicated to specific applications, which are today available as two lift modules as well as a roller conveyor. Other modules can either be developed directly by you or on demand using BlueBotics’ robotics engineering services.
mini™ lite is the ideal mobile base to enable your application.
Specifications
| mini™ lite | |
| Dimensions L x W x H | 68 cm x 46 cm x 39 cm |
| Weight platform | 100kg |
| Weight module | 15-25 kg |
| Payload | 100 kg |
| Max speed | 1.5 m/s |
| Autonomy | >6 hours |
| Charging time | 1.2 hours |
| Automatic charge | Optional |
| Safety | 270° laser scanner view (360° with optional 2nd laser scanner) |
Success stories
SITA – Kate, 2017
Objective
Design and produce three prototypes of autonomous check-in kiosk.
Challenges
- Design three new vehicles from scratch
- Integrate existing components from standard check-in kiosks
- Specification to delivery in under four months
Solution
BlueBotics firstly worked with SITA to clearly define the use case, then teamed up with designers to define the aesthetics and ergonomics before developing and producing the three Kate prototypes in an extremely short time.
Cleanfix – RA 660 Navi, 2014
Objective
Create an autonomous professional cleaning machine for airports, hospitals, hotels, and shopping centers.
Challenges
- Design a compact navigation system
- Develop a coverage solution ready for the real-world
- Integrate the control of the entire cleaning machine
Solution
BlueBotics redesigned the navigation system, developed a coverage algorithm, and automated the cleaning components together with Cleanfix to produce a fully integrated solution.
Oppent – EVOcart™, 2014
Objective
Design a new hospital vehicle with a complete software suite that could be easily integrated into the hospital’s infrastructure.
Challenges
- Design an industrial vehicle from scratch
- Develop a complete traffic management solution
- Provide flow management and infrastructure control
Solution
BlueBotics supported Oppent in the design of the vehicle, developed a complete traffic management solution and teamed up with a strategic partner for flow and infrastructure control.
Geneva Airport, 2013
Objective
Provide innovative and user-friendly services for passengers at Geneva Airport.
Challenges
- Develop a mobile robot guide for the airport
- Develop a suitable user interface
- Integrate this robot in the airport environment
Solution
BlueBotics worked with Geneva Airport’s I.T. department, its marketing department, and with external designers and interaction designers to develop and produce the complete solution.