German robotic arm installs photovoltaic panels

Can a robot install solar modules autonomously?

Maximo, the world’s only robot solution for the full end-to-end automation of mechanical installation of solar modules, will autonomously install a section of solar modules at AES’ solar project in partnership with Amazon.

What is the world's first AI-enabled solar robot?

Meet Maximo. The world’s first AI-enabled solar robot. Maximo deploys solar panels in half the time at half the cost. Maximo is a true partner to solar construction crews, using AI to automate the heavy lifting of solar panels and accelerate solar installation. Automated: A high-speed robotic arm performs the precise panel installation.

Are robotic solar installers the future?

With this challenge in mind, solar developers are increasingly exploring and implementing autonomous, robotic versions of solar installers, particularly at the utility scale. Two companies making recent moves are Terabase Energy and Sarcos Robotics Corp.

What is Sarcos robotic solar module installation solution?

The Sarcos Robotic Solar Module Installation Solution consists of an autonomous working vehicle featuring the Guardian XM intelligent manipulator robot and an autonomous delivery vehicle that optimizes the flow of solar panels from delivery to installation.

How does a robotic arm work?

The solution uses cameras to identify where the PV panels need to be installed. The robotic arm then autonomously lifts up the panel using a vacuum system and places it approximately where it needs to be clamped to the mounting structure.

Will Sarcos launch a solar solar robot in 2024?

Sarcos plans to commercially launch its autonomous robot that installs solar panels in 2024 after achieving final validation for the US DOE.