Aethon Inc. AEC2SOMENC1 Manuel D’Utilisation
TUG Operations
TUG
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Implementation Manual
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TUG Operations
How a TUG Works
Computer: The on-board computer contains the
advanced TUG Operating System (TUGOS),
which uses its detailed map of the hospital and
sophisticated navigation software to plan routes,
avoid obstacles, and constantly track its location.
advanced TUG Operating System (TUGOS),
which uses its detailed map of the hospital and
sophisticated navigation software to plan routes,
avoid obstacles, and constantly track its location.
Drive Train: Two independent
electric motors
electric motors
Power: 24VDC, four sealed lead
acid maintenance-free batteries
acid maintenance-free batteries
Lift Mechanism: Mechanical
Drive Wheels: Patented, for
ultra-high accurate odometry
ultra-high accurate odometry
Weight: TUG (w/batteries) 70 lbs;
exchange platform 120 lbs
exchange platform 120 lbs
Travel Speed: 20 – 225 FPM
Battery Charging: Optimized
opportunity charging with
auto dock
opportunity charging with
auto dock
Battery Run Time: Average
10 hours with intermittent
opportunity charging
10 hours with intermittent
opportunity charging
Interfaces:
Wireless – 802.11 AGN – 2.4GHz/5GHz
Mechanical – Elevators, Doors, Fire Alarms
Data – Pharmacy Information Systems (MedEx)
Communications – VOIP devices, smart phones, pagers
On Board Self-Diagnostics: Automatically connects with 24/7 help desk with full
remote control capabilities
remote control capabilities
Infection Control: The TUG has a smooth surface, which can be disinfected by
wiping with normal hospital disinfectants.
wiping with normal hospital disinfectants.