Raymo
Raymo, a startup specializing in lawnmower innovation, sought to develop a fully autonomous, electric-driven mower to disrupt a market dominated by gasoline-powered alternatives. The goal was to create a flexible and eco-friendly solution with advanced control systems, ensuring high safety and efficiency.
- Fully autonomous electric mower with advanced control systems.
- Integrated multi-controller system for precise operation and safety.
- Flexible architecture enabling rapid feature updates and scalability.
- Fast development cycle, allowing multiple new products per year.
Collaboration goals
Develop a fully autonomous system – Ensuring safe and efficient robotic operation with integrated control units.
Create an eco-friendly solution – Designing an electric mower that meets modern sustainability standards.
Incorporate advanced functionalities – Integrating remote control, redundant safety systems, and multi-controller coordination.
Enable system flexibility – Allowing rapid feature integration to keep up with evolving market demands.
Solution
Innovative Autonomous Drive System for Robotic Lawn Mowers
The solution was carefully designed to meet the complex requirements of an autonomous electric mower, ensuring safety, reliability, and adaptability.
How did we solve this?
Integrated Control System
A central master controller was developed to synchronize up to six subsidiary controllers, ensuring smooth operation across various functions.
Redundant Safety Features
Automated emergency stop mechanisms were implemented to enhance operational security.
Robust Hardware Design
A 48V battery system and standard motors allowed precise control over multiple motors and controllers.
Remote Operation Capabilities
The mower was engineered for remote control, allowing users to safely operate the machine from a distance.
By combining advanced automation, safety protocols, and high-performance hardware, this solution enabled seamless and intelligent lawn maintenance.
Key challenges
Synchronizing six controllers under a single master control unit for optimal performance.
Ensuring real-time safety mechanisms, such as automatic shutdown when critical conditions are detected.
Maintaining development flexibility, allowing for continuous feature expansion based on market needs.
Project phases
The collaboration followed an iterative and adaptive development process to ensure smooth execution and fast market entry.
Chassis & Initial Design
The foundation was built using a “torpedo slim” chassis, optimizing space and performance.
Feature Integration
Advanced functionalities like a generator system and enhanced safety protocols were added progressively.
Controller Coordination
The master controller was developed to oversee six subsidiary controllers, ensuring seamless synchronization.
Evolving Requirements
The system was continuously refined to accommodate new ideas and features introduced during development.
Final Result:
A highly autonomous, eco-friendly robotic lawn mower with a powerful control system, advanced safety measures, and remote operation.
Key Performance Metrics
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Rapid Market Entry
The fast development process allowed quick product launch with competitive features.
Multiple Product Variants
The modular approach enabled four new product iterations per year, each incorporating innovative features.
Short Time-to-Market
Accelerated production cycles maintained Raymo’s competitive edge.
Cost & Time Efficiency
By avoiding lengthy commercial development cycles, Raymo focused on differentiation and rapid innovation.
Future outlook
Building on the success of this collaboration, Raymo plans to further enhance its product line with:
Advanced Autonomous Capabilities
Expanding the mower’s AI-driven functionalities for smarter navigation and control.
Customization Options
Offering personalized configurations to meet diverse customer needs.
Broader Product Range
Introducing more specialized models to solidify Raymo’s market leadership in robotic lawn mowers.
With continued innovation and technological refinement, Raymo is set to redefine the future of autonomous lawn care solutions.
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