A Review on Autonomous RFID-Based Mobile Robot for Book Retrieval and Shelving in Library Management

Abstract

This scholarly review delves into the progressive integration of autonomous robotic systems within contemporary library environments, a development gaining substantial traction as institutions endeavour to enhance and streamline their resource management paradigms. The paper offers a thorough examination of recent innovations in autonomous mobile robots augmented with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and robotic arm manipulators, engineered for the automated retrieval and shelving of library materials. Central to this investigation is the intricate interplay between mobile robotics, RFID-based item recognition, and dexterous robotic manipulators, collectively fostering intelligent, contactless, and labour-efficient book handling. The deployment of RFID tags facilitates swift and seamless identification of inventory, thereby mitigating the inefficiencies inherent in conventional barcode scanning techniques. Autonomous navigation capabilities, predominantly orchestrated by Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) algorithms in concert with a suite of environmental sensors, empower robotic systems to navigate complex library architectures with minimal human oversight. Furthermore, multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arms, furnished with precision-engineered grippers, are employed to undertake intricate manipulation tasks, including the extraction and reinsertion of books from densely arranged shelving units.