Inst ToolsInst ToolsInst Tools
  • Ask
  • Courses
  • Videos
  • Q & A
    • Interview
      • Instrumentation
      • Electronics
      • Electrical
      • Practical Questions
    • MCQ
      • Instrumentation MCQ
      • Electrical MCQ
      • Electronics MCQ
      • Control Systems MCQ
      • Analog Electronics MCQ
      • Digital Electronics MCQ
      • Power Electronics MCQ
      • Microprocessor MCQ
      • Multiple Choice Questions
  • EE
    • Electronics
      • Electronics Q & A
      • Electronic Basics
      • Electronic Devices & Circuits
      • Electronics Animation
      • Digital Electronics
    • Electrical
      • Electrical Basics
      • Electrical Q & A
      • Power Electronics
      • Electrical Machines
      • Electrical Animation
      • Power Systems
      • Switchgear & Protection
      • Transmission & Distribution
  • Measure
    • Control Valves
    • Calibration
    • Temperature
    • Pressure
    • Flow
    • Level
    • Analyzers
    • Switches
    • Vibration
    • Solenoid Valve
  • Control
    • PLC Tutorials
    • Control Systems
    • Safety Instrumented System (SIS)
    • Communication
    • Fire & Gas System
  • More
    • Design
    • Tools
    • Animation
    • Basics
    • Formulas
    • Standards
    • TextBooks
    • Common
    • Software
    • Excel Tools
    • Erection & Commissioning
    • Process Fundamentals
    • Videos
    • Books
Search
All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Reading: Example of Automated Guided Vehicle with PLC
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Inst ToolsInst Tools
Font ResizerAa
  • Courses
  • PLC Tutorials
  • Control Systems
Search
  • Ask
  • Courses
  • Videos
  • Q & A
    • Interview
    • MCQ
  • EE
    • Electronics
    • Electrical
  • Measure
    • Control Valves
    • Calibration
    • Temperature
    • Pressure
    • Flow
    • Level
    • Analyzers
    • Switches
    • Vibration
    • Solenoid Valve
  • Control
    • PLC Tutorials
    • Control Systems
    • Safety Instrumented System (SIS)
    • Communication
    • Fire & Gas System
  • More
    • Design
    • Tools
    • Animation
    • Basics
    • Formulas
    • Standards
    • TextBooks
    • Common
    • Software
    • Excel Tools
    • Erection & Commissioning
    • Process Fundamentals
    • Videos
    • Books
Follow US
All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Inst Tools > Blog > PLC Tutorials > Example of Automated Guided Vehicle with PLC

Example of Automated Guided Vehicle with PLC

Last updated: March 4, 2021 2:25 pm
Editorial Staff
PLC Tutorials
No Comments
Share
3 Min Read
SHARE

Explain PLC programming for the Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) in the manufacturing plant. Here we are discussing some part of the working in AGV as an example program in PLC.

Contents
List of InputsList of OutputsAutomated Guided Vehicle with PLCNETWORK 1:-NETWORK 2:-NETWORK 3:-
Example of Automated Guided Vehicle with PLC

Here we are using the ultrasonic sensor concept for object detection in the way of AGV. The automated guided vehicle work as line follower robot. If there is an object in front of the AGV it will stop running.

For this, we will use the ultrasonic sensor for object detection. When the object is detected, the ultrasonic sensor will give the command to the PLC.

The ultrasonic sensor generates the sound on some frequency which travels through air and if objects in its path it will bounce from the object and back to sensor. From the equation, we can count the distance.

For example – We can calculate the distance as per the equation.

Consider here sound wave takes 294micro second for traveling (total time is taken from the sensor to object and object to the sensor). So here we can calculate the distance.

Time = Distance/speed

Distance = Time*Speed = 294 microsecond * 0.034 cm/microsecond = 9.999cm

Speed of the light = 340 m/s

List of Inputs

Register A:- Measured echo or traveling time.

List of Outputs

Q1:- AGV motor output

Automated Guided Vehicle with PLC

NETWORK 1:-

DIV mathematics instruction in plc

DIV mathematics instruction is used for unit conversion. Time speed is converted from m/s to cm/microseconds.

NETWORK 2:-

Multiplication instruction in plc

Multiplication instruction is used to calculate the distance of the object.

NETWORK 3:-

Distance Logic in PLC

For example, we have taken a 10cm safe distance. If the detected distance is less than 10cm, Object may near to AGV so it needs to be stopped.

Note:- Above application may be different from the actual application. This example is only for explanation and educational purposes only.

Author: Bhavesh

If you liked this article, then please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for PLC and SCADA video tutorials.

You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter to receive daily updates.

Read Next:

  • Data Comparison Instructions
  • Simulate Gate Array Logic
  • PLC Communication Network
  • Analog Measurement in PLC
  • Security of SCADA Systems
Don't Miss Our Updates
Be the first to get exclusive content straight to your email.
We promise not to spam you. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Invalid email address
You've successfully subscribed !
Allen Bradley PLC ControlLogix Hardware
Top 100 PLC Objective Questions and Answers
Why different PLC Programming Languages were Developed?
PLC Application for Stamping Operation – Example Programming
#4 PLC Best Practices – Use PLC Flags as Integrity Checks
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp LinkedIn Copy Link
Share
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Stay Connected

128.3kFollowersLike
69.1kFollowersFollow
208kSubscribersSubscribe
38kFollowersFollow

Categories

Recent Comments

  • Guifty Shimica on Top Non-PLC Certification Courses for Automation Professionals
  • Guifty Shimica on Top Non-PLC Certification Courses for Automation Professionals
  • MIHARITSOA Aina Sitraka on Top Non-PLC Certification Courses for Automation Professionals
  • Vaishnavi on Free Instrumentation Course for Trainee Engineers

Related Articles

PLC Program for Valves

PLC Pump Permissive Interlocks

Add an alarm display to the graphics.

How to Configure an Alarm in InTouch SCADA?

How to Choose a PLC

How to Choose a PLC for New Project? – Criteria for Selection of PLC

NO NC Contact Animation

Equivalent Logic Gates using PLC Ladder Diagrams

how-a-plc-do-the-scaling-for-a-sensor

How a PLC do the Scaling for a Sensor ?

Intrinsic Safety Barriers

Intrinsically Safe Barriers Questions and Answers

Mixing Tank Relay Circuit

PLC Program for Mixing Tank

Free Mitsubishi PLC Online Training Courses

Free Mitsubishi PLC Online Training Course and Tutorials

More Articles

Incident Investigation: Motor Operated Valve Lesson

Incident Investigation: Motor Operated Valve Lesson

Input function blocks

FF Function Blocks

Electrical Machines Questions and Answers

Synchronous Machines Distributed Winding Quiz

Select Right Type of Controller

How to Select the Right Type of Controller

ICS System Design

ICS System Design Considerations

Encoders and Decoders Objective Questions

Encoders and Decoders Objective Questions

Industrial Drives Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

Industrial Drives Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

Electrical Machines Questions and Answers

Alternator Voltage Regulation Quiz

Follow US
All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?