Concepedia

Concept

automated material handling

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177

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6.1K

Citations

472

Authors

176

Institutions

About

Automated material handling is a research field and engineering discipline dedicated to the design, implementation, and optimization of systems employing automated technologies for the movement, storage, protection, and control of materials throughout manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and consumption processes. This academic concept investigates the principles, methodologies, and integrated technological solutions—including robotics, automated guided vehicles, automated storage and retrieval systems, and sophisticated control software—required to achieve autonomous or semi-autonomous material flow. Its significance stems from its capacity to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, improve safety, and increase throughput and precision in complex logistical and production environments.

Top Authors

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DN

Georgia Institute of Technology

JA

Texas State University

FW

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

PV

Czech Technical University in Prague

JL

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

Top Institutions

Rankings shown are based on concept H-Index.

Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta, United States

Pennsylvania State University

State College, United States

University of Central Florida

Orlando, United States

Intel (United States)

Santa Clara, United States