Hyundai Motor Unveils Innovative Plug & Drive Robotic Module to Enable Unlimited Mobility of Things at CES 2022

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Hyundai Motor Company showcased its innovative Plug & Drive (PnD) modular platform at CES 2022, enabling the mobility of traditionally inanimate objects from small items to community spaces. The platform includes Drive & Lift (DnL) modules designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Key features include autonomous movement through LiDAR and camera sensors, and exceptional scalability. Notably, the Mobile Eccentric Droid (MobED) was introduced, highlighting potential applications in various settings. The initiative reflects Hyundai's commitment to building a comprehensive Mobility of Things ecosystem.

Positive

• Introduction of the Plug & Drive (PnD) modular platform at CES 2022 to enhance mobility solutions.
• The PnD platform supports diverse applications, including the Mobile Eccentric Droid (MobED).
• Potential for scalability and flexibility, adapting to both small objects and larger community spaces.

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• New Mobility of Things (MoT) concept to enable the movement of traditionally inanimate objects through the company's robotics technology
• Plug & Drive (PnD) and Drive & Lift (DnL) modules to provide all-in-one mobility solutions as parts of an unlimited MoT ecosystem
• PnD module to provide mobility to everything from small objects to community spaces with infinite flexibility and scalability
• DnL module with an eccentric wheel mechanism to extend the operation of robots to both indoor and outdoor locations
• Diverse applications of the newly unveiled PnD and DnL modules, such as the recently revealed Mobile Eccentric Droid (MobED), to be on display at the Hyundai Motor booth along with Boston Dynamics' Spot^® and Atlas^TM

LAS VEGAS and SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company today revealed its Plug & Drive (PnD) modular platform that enables mobility of traditionally inanimate things, from small objects to large community spaces, at CES 2022.

 

 

At the event, the leaders of Hyundai Motor and Boston Dynamics presented a shared vision for robotics in both the real world and metaverse under the main theme of 'Expanding Human Reach'. Hyundai Motor also revealed its plans for creating an advanced mobility experience with an unlimited Mobility of Things (MoT) ecosystem, and showcased a range of robots and robotic concepts.

"We are directing all our robotics engineering and creative efforts toward building the unlimited Mobility of Things ecosystem," said Dong Jin Hyun, Vice President and Head of Robotics Lab of Hyundai Motor Group. "The goal is for robotics to enable all kinds of personal mobility, connected to communicate, move and perform tasks autonomously."

The PnD modular platform is an all-in-one mobility solution that combines intelligent steering, braking, in-wheel electric drive and suspension hardware. The single wheel unit uses a steering actuator for infinite wheel rotation, meaning it can turn 360 degrees, which enables holonomic movement, like a figure skater. LiDAR and camera sensors allow a PnD-enabled object to move autonomously.

Also at CES 2022, Hyundai exhibited the MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid) small mobility platform with the Drive & Lift (DnL) module, an all-in-one robotics solution based on an eccentric wheel mechanism that combines the drive, steering and braking systems into one structure.

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FAQ

What is Hyundai's Plug & Drive (PnD) platform unveiled at CES 2022?

The Plug & Drive (PnD) platform is a modular system enabling the mobility of traditionally inanimate objects.

What are the applications of Hyundai's PnD and DnL modules?

They can provide mobility solutions for small objects and large community spaces, showcasing versatility.

What technologies support the PnD platform's autonomous movement?

The platform utilizes LiDAR and camera sensors for autonomous navigation.

When was Hyundai's PnD platform revealed?

The PnD platform was revealed on January 4, 2022, at CES 2022.

What is the significance of the Mobile Eccentric Droid (MobED)?

The MobED showcases the potential applications of Hyundai's robotics technology in various settings.