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A Multi-Controller Embedded Intelligent Crane System with Integrated Fire Safety for Light-Load Material Handling.

Zhangwen Huang¹, Jiayang Song¹, Yuxiang Shi¹

¹Trine Engineering Institute, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, China.

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Summary

This study introduces an Arduino-based intelligent crane system for material handling, enhancing operational efficiency by 29.6% and integrating crucial fire safety features for smarter warehouses.

Keywords:

Arduino embedded control fire emergency response intelligent crane system modular control multi-sensor fusion path planning

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Area of Science:

Industrial Engineering
Robotics
Automation Systems

Background:

Traditional material handling systems lack flexibility and integrated safety features.
Industrial intelligence demands advanced solutions for material handling.
Existing systems exhibit weak fire safety responses.

Purpose of the Study:

To design an Arduino-based intelligent material handling crane system.
To integrate multifunctional capabilities including environmental perception and path planning.
To incorporate dual fire safety protection: smoke alarm and automatic fire extinguishing.

Main Methods:

Development of a modular multi-sensor fusion architecture.
Implementation using an Arduino platform for control.
Experimental validation in a controlled laboratory environment.

Main Results:

Achieved a 29.6% improvement in object handling operational efficiency.
Successfully demonstrated environmental perception and automatic path planning.
Integrated and tested dual fire safety protection mechanisms.

Conclusions:

The prototype system offers an experimental reference for intelligent upgrades.
The system enhances both efficiency and safety in material handling.
Addresses limitations of traditional systems in industrial intelligence contexts.