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Foreword Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, personal electronics, enterprise systems and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com. The accelerating adoption of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) is transforming industrial environments—from manufacturing floors to warehouse logistics centers. As industries face mounting pressure to improve operational efficiency, ensure worker safety, and respond dynamically to ever-changing market demands, AMRs have emerged as a critical piece of the automation puzzle. These intelligent machines navigate complex, unstructured environments, seamlessly interacting with infrastructure and human operators alike. This eBook explores the foundational subsystems that enable AMRs to operate effectively and safely. It delves into the intricacies of robot controllers, perception sensors, power distribution, motor control, connectivity, and safety. By highlighting design challenges such as real-time decision- making, sensor fusion, power efficiency, and secure communication, it provides valuable insights into the engineering considerations that define next-generation mobile robotics. Texas Instruments plays a pivotal role in this evolving space, offering integrated hardware and software solutions that span sensing, control, power, and safety. Whether it's enabling SLAM algorithms through high-performance Arm®- based processors or ensuring robust communication through industrial-grade wired and wireless interfaces, TI empowers engineers to push the boundaries of AMR design. This guide is a must-read for system architects, developers, and automation innovators looking to build smarter, safer, and more adaptable robotic systems. By German Aguirre, Systems Manager, Robotics, Texas Instruments 5 13 Experts Discuss Autonomous Mobile Robots