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At the stone shop, we would like to introduce a case where the "E-cat kit" was implemented. In this shop, various electric and engine products from different manufacturers were considered to improve the efficiency of transportation tasks. However, due to the heavy weight and high costs associated with transportation, the implementation was postponed. As a result of the implementation, it became possible for one person to handle transportation, allowing the time previously spent on transportation to be allocated to other tasks or different sites. Consequently, the improvement in transportation efficiency led to an overall enhancement in work efficiency. [Challenges] ■ If the site is on a slope, one person ties a rope and pulls from the front while another pushes from the back, resulting in significant physical strain. Injuries such as muscle strains and back pain have become a daily occurrence. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the introduction of the "E-cat kit" to a mandarin orange farm in Ehime Prefecture. The mandarins are transported using a monorail, but there are some fields where a monorail is not installed, and in those cases, a rubber crawler type is used. However, due to the presence of paths that are only wide enough for a person to walk and areas that are only as wide as the embankment, it has been realistically difficult to use. After the introduction, the sense of fatigue and physical burden has been reduced to less than half. Additionally, we received feedback that the issues of "ease of use for anyone" and "noise problems," which were difficult to address with engine-powered equipment, have also been resolved. [Case Overview] ■ Challenge: Transportation in fields that can only accommodate a person’s width ■ Result: Burden and fatigue reduced to less than half *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of "CuGo V4" at Jibiru Survey Design Co., Ltd., which is engaged in the design and inspection work related to the maintenance and preservation of social infrastructure. Before the implementation, the inspection site under the bridge girder was a very narrow space, making it quite difficult for personnel to enter and carry out inspection work. After the implementation, the inspection work, which was usually conducted by a team of two, was automated, allowing it to be performed by just one person, and the quality of the resulting data also improved. [Challenges] - In many cases, when the height is around 60 to 70 centimeters, it is very difficult to even enter the site for inspection, making it impossible to carry out the work. - The inspection was conducted by lying on a cart and entering the site, but due to the extremely poor working conditions, there was a need to reconsider the method of operation. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the introduction of the "E-cat kit" to Kurizaki Construction, which is engaged in foundation work for buildings. In the transportation of ready-mixed concrete, the work is typically done by 2 to 3 people. However, if workers are not available, one person may have to carry out all the tasks, which was quite labor-intensive. After the introduction, the transportation work became significantly easier. Additionally, in situations where it was important not to dirty the interior, using the electric system to push smoothly eliminated the worry of spilling due to excess force. [Case Summary] ■ Challenge: When workers were not available, one person had to perform all tasks, making the transportation of ready-mixed concrete quite labor-intensive. ■ Result: The transportation work became significantly easier. *For more details about the electric wheelbarrow kit and case studies, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where the "CuGo V3" was controlled using M5Stack. The CuGo V3 remote-controlled robot kit is controlled by KOPROPO MC-8 (Kondo Kagaku), so we output control signals from M5Stack to operate it. We created a program that makes it move straight for 3 seconds when the center button (Button B) on the M5Stack is pressed. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Equipment Used】 ■ M5Stack Basic V2.6 ■ CuGo V3 Remote-Controlled Robot Kit ■ Jumper Wires *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the implementation of the "E-cat kit" at Tamaken Co., Ltd. Before the implementation, especially during the summer, the physical strain on workers was intense, and the labor shortage was serious, leading to a strong awareness that improving work efficiency and productivity was urgent. After the implementation, while there hasn't been much change in terms of work speed since the tasks still require human effort, we have received feedback that the level of fatigue has decreased by about 50%. [Challenges] - In large sites, there are times when workers have to carry 70-80 kg of soil, stones, or blocks back and forth over a distance of 200 meters between the site and the truck. - Additionally, there are many tasks that involve digging and transporting, often requiring workers to navigate over obstacles like edges and stones. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where the "CuGo V3" robot has been implemented to support grape harvesting. Considering ways to solve the tough and labor-intensive tasks in fruit orchards, we developed a robot. It uses a depth camera mounted on the robot to recognize people and constantly track their location, allowing the robot to follow them. After implementation, we received feedback that its high mobility is a significant advantage, as it does not get stuck in the soil even when used in the fields. 【Benefits of Implementation】 ■ Highly flexible design specifications that can be assembled with an aluminum frame ■ Compact size with a load capacity of 80 kg ■ Many farm paths are narrow, and our product can operate on these narrow paths *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where "CuGo MEGA" was implemented in the development of remote-controlled robots by Mitsubishi Electric. Before the implementation regarding the development of the mobility system, there were challenges such as cost constraints, limitations of the operating interface, and the desire to increase the allowable mass. We decided to adopt this product because we felt it offered the best balance between price and functionality. As expected at the time of implementation, we received feedback that it greatly enhances the freedom of product development. 【Benefits of Implementation】 ■ Easy to build and highly versatile ■ Many competitors' mobility systems have the left and right bodies connected, which significantly limits development freedom ■ Resolved issues such as the inability to lower the center of gravity and the inability to place objects between the crawlers *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where the "E-cat kit" was implemented at Kōkaen, a farm in Kagawa Prefecture that cultivates various flowers. At this farm, it takes about 10 days to transport compost into the greenhouse, with a total weight reaching 30 tons. Many of the workers are in their 70s, and the heavy labor associated with transportation has always been a challenge. After the implementation, we received feedback from the older members on-site, stating that once they used it, they couldn't go back. While they didn't feel a significant change in the actual working hours, they expressed that they felt a substantial reduction in labor effort. [Benefits After Implementation] - The soil is soft, causing the wheelbarrow tires to sink, but with the electric system, it requires almost no effort, resulting in about a 50% reduction in labor consumption. - From the perspective of labor-saving, it offers very high cost-effectiveness. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the "E-cat kit" implemented at Ashikawa Farm, which cultivates various citrus fruits in Shizuoka Prefecture. Before the implementation, a significant challenge was the exhaustion of physical strength and inefficiency, as they had to transport over 300 kilograms of harvested goods in a day. After the implementation, the number of workers needed for transportation decreased from three to almost one, allowing for an increase in the number of people available for cutting, leading to more efficient harvesting. Most importantly, the fatigue from transportation was greatly reduced. [Case Overview] ■ Challenge: Containers weighing about 20 kilograms were carried one by one on shoulders to the truck, covering a distance of 30 to 50 meters manually. ■ Results: - After implementation, the amount harvested increased by 1.5 times compared to before. - It became possible to plant mandarin trees in a more efficient layout. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This article serves as a development report for a project aimed at enhancing the ROS development kit into a product that allows for "software development without worrying about hardware" through participation in a technical challenge called the "Tsukuba Challenge." In this article, we will introduce the robot's self-localization using maps and the switching between GNSS. The course for the Tsukuba Challenge 2023 has changed. It now runs through the northern area of the Tsukuba City Hall. Due to the presence of a roof in the northern area, the positioning accuracy of GNSS deteriorates sharply, making it impossible for the robot to operate autonomously with GNSS alone. In this roofed area, it is necessary to navigate using methods other than GNSS. *Details of the case can be viewed through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the use of "CuGo V3" by a student part-timer at CuboRex. Using this product, we created a special crawler called "Omni-Crawler" that can move in all directions. The structure consists of four modified units of this product, a mechanism for ground stability and overcoming obstacles, and a control circuit. The advantages used in the production include minimal individual differences and ease of modifying the tracks. This product adopts a method of attaching tread plates to the chain, allowing for easy attainment of the desired structure. [Advantages of using this product] ■ Can operate stably without feedback control ■ Adopts a method of attaching tread plates to the chain, making it easy to achieve the desired structure *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the introduction of the "E-cat kit2" at the pear orchard "Matabe" located in Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture. As the farm expands, the employees are aging, and we felt a strong need to work on labor-saving measures and improving work efficiency in the field. Therefore, we introduced this product. Although it is commonly used in pear farming, it can be attached to a special cart that is not a typical shape, allowing us to electrify the carts that we have been accustomed to using, which has been described as innovative. [Case Overview] ■ Challenge: The entire farm covers 1.6 hectares (approximately 16,000 m2), and thinning operations are not keeping up in terms of time and personnel. ■ Result: The level of fatigue was completely different when we tried it during the demonstration experiment. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of a "floor inspection robot" created using our test development crawler unit, the "CuGo series." By using the CuboRex crawler, a robot that can easily navigate narrow spaces and rough terrain can be produced at a low cost and in a short period of time. The model that is the most convenient and affordable in this series, CuGoV3, was completed by combining it with a camera from a DJI drone. The planning and conceptualization period took about 5 months, and the assembly work took about 3 days. By using this series for the power section, we achieve speedy product development. [Case Overview] - Completed by combining CuGoV3 with a DJI drone camera - Planning and conceptualization took about 5 months, and assembly took about 3 days *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where the electric wheelbarrow conversion kit 'E-cat kit2' was implemented in the self-propelled lime spreader "Lime ZEST ZQ-70" from Taisho Co., Ltd. In developing the Lime ZEST, the company needed to use electric power instead of an engine, but it was difficult to develop the power component in-house from scratch, and progress was not as expected. The decisive factors for introducing the development were the flexibility in procurement and the speed of response. We received feedback that not only was customization easy, but there were also significant cost reduction effects. [Challenges] ■ It is difficult to introduce only the power component in the case of a finished product. ■ Customization is often difficult, making it unsuitable for new development. ■ Even if principle prototypes can be completed with other companies' products, mass production is challenging. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Aluminum electric unicycle for containers, featuring our original unicycle "Cat Frame" - This product was born from the challenges of harvesting and transporting mandarins in the Arita region of Wakayama Prefecture. It not only makes transporting heavy loads easier but also allows smooth movement on slopes and uneven roads. 【Features】 ■ A complete vehicle that is ready to use right out of the box. No installation work required! ■ The tires rotate with electric power, reducing the need for effort. ■ Reduces labor by 50% and transportation time by 66% (compared to our products). ■ Lightweight, allowing one person to lift it easily and load it onto light trucks or monoracks. ■ Capable of easy transportation on terraced fields, slopes, over tree roots, and soft soil, among others. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "E-Cat kit" for electricizing hand trucks (also known as unicycles or hand carts) is a kit that allows you to convert the hand trucks you use into electric ones. It not only makes transporting heavy loads easier but also enables smooth movement on slopes and uneven roads. 【Features】 ■ Reduces the workload during transportation ■ Dust and waterproof (equivalent to IP54), so you can work without worry even in rainy weather ■ With a load capacity of 100kg and five levels of power adjustment, it can transport heavy items like vegetables, fruits, fish, and soil steadily and smoothly ■ Boasts excellent off-road capability with a climbing angle of 25 degrees and off-road tires ■ The only necessary tasks are changing the tires and installing the throttle lever and brake *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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