LOW-COST AUTOMATED STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM

This work focuses on designing a cost-effective Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. A preliminary market study was conducted to identify industrial needs and limitations of existing high-cost systems. The proposed system uses three AC motors to enable movement along the X, Y, and Z axes, controlled via a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). Positioning accuracy is achieved using inverters and incremental encoders. A flexible Human Machine Interface (HMI) is developed to integrate with existing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. A prototype has been implemented and tested, demonstrating satisfactory performance in handling moderate loads efficiently.