AGV Towbar Design Requirements for Assembly Tugger Trains
Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) are standard in smart factories. Connecting heavy-duty folding carts to AGV tuggers requires custom-engineered coupling towbars.
1. Spring-Loaded Drawbars
Standard rigid drawbars transfer mechanical shock directly to the AGV motor. We specify spring-cushioned drawbars that absorb starting torque smoothly.
2. Auto-Upright Return Systems
When decoupled, towbars must automatically snap upright via torsion springs to prevent tripping hazards in pedestrian lanes.
3. Turning Radius Geometry
The length of the towbar and caster offset must be calculated to prevent tracking drift during tight turns.
Contact ccw@autorackmfg.com for towbar compatibility layouts.
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