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PUDU PuduBot 2 – Universal Delivery Robot

PUDU PuduBot 2 – Universal Delivery Robot
PUDU PuduBot 2 – Universal Delivery Robot

PUDU PuduBot 2 is an autonomous indoor delivery robot designed for high-traffic commercial venues, featuring markerless dual-LiDAR and VSLAM navigation. It moves food, drinks, or used items across restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and shopping centres. Three removable metal trays adjust in height to match table service or collection runs. The robot returns to its charging dock automatically once the battery threshold is reached.

SpecificationWhy it matters
Battery Autonomy: 25 Ah LFP, 12–15 h (no load)Covers a full hospitality shift without a midday charging break.
Tray Capacity: 3 trays × 10 kg rated (13 kg max)Handles multiple orders or bussing runs in a single dispatch.
Navigation System: Dual-LiDAR + VSLAM (markerless)Removes the need for ceiling stickers, cutting deployment setup time.
Max Cruise Speed: 1.2 m/s (adjustable 0.1–1.2 m/s)Balances fast transit with safe movement around guests and furniture.

Markerless setup: PUDU SLAM reads natural ceiling features instead of reflective stickers, so the robot is ready to run without any ceiling modification. Six work modes on one platform: Food Delivery, Cruise, Direct, Birthday, and Collection modes cover reception, patrol, and bussing tasks without hardware changes. Self-docking power management: the 25 Ah LFP pack returns the robot to its station unattended once charge drops to a configurable threshold. Adjustable trays: three removable, height-adjustable metal trays rated at 10 kg per level adapt to plates, drinks, or luggage-style loads.

Navigation Technology and Operating Principle

The PuduBot 2 combines two LiDAR units with a visual SLAM (Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping) system to build and update its own map of the environment. A primary LiDAR at base level handles horizontal-plane mapping, while a secondary LiDAR extends coverage upward to catch overhanging obstacles such as table edges and chair legs. The VSLAM layer anchors positional estimates against natural ceiling features, so no reflective markers or ceiling changes are required. PUDU SLAM cuts initial deployment time by 75% compared with marker-based systems and stays reliable in spaces with ceiling heights up to 30 m.

The angled view below shows the standard three-tray configuration together with the head-mounted touchscreen that staff use to assign tasks.

PUDU PuduBot 2 autonomous delivery robot three-quarter view showing three height-adjustable black metal trays and 10.1-inch LCD touchscreen on white frame
Standard configuration: three height-adjustable trays paired with the head-mounted control display.

Six Operational Modes for Every Commercial Scenario

A single hardware platform switches between six work modes to cover the full spectrum of front-of-house tasks:

  • Food Delivery Mode: multi-table delivery with per-tray destination assignment; staff tap "Done" on unload and the robot proceeds to the next stop.
  • Delivery Mode: point-to-point transport with automatic return to the docking station after task completion.
  • Cruise Mode: autonomous patrol along a fixed route for advertising or reception duties, with configurable rest points (1–600 s per stop).
  • Direct Mode: one-way transport that keeps the robot stationary at the destination until manually cleared.
  • Birthday Mode: celebratory delivery accompanied by customisable music playback.
  • Collection Mode: retrieval of used items with optional transit stops en route to the final collection point.

3D depth vision sensors give the PuduBot 2 continuous spatial awareness, detecting obstacles as small as 2 cm within a 1 m range and rerouting in real time. In active bar service the onboard sensor projects its detection cone ahead of the robot as it scans the room.

PUDU PuduBot 2 delivering cocktail glasses on a tray in a dimly lit bar environment, with depth sensor detection cone visualized in blue above the robot head
Bar-service run: the depth-sensor cone actively scanning for obstacles while carrying drinks.

The visualisation below renders the dual-LiDAR scanning radius as concentric arcs, illustrating the omnidirectional detection field the robot maintains while moving.

Close-up of PUDU PuduBot 2 robot base showing 360-degree dual-LiDAR sensor scanning radius rendered as concentric blue arcs on a dark grid surface
360° coverage: the dual-LiDAR detection radius mapped around the robot base.

Multi-Robot Coordination and Precision Docking

Facilities running several units can choose between three docking modes: one-to-one (each robot assigned a fixed station), free mode (priority-based nearest-station selection), and waiting mode (temporary standby until a slot opens). Robots operating in parallel need a minimum aisle width of 2 m for head-on passing and 35 cm clearance between units at standby positions.

Construction and Hardware

The precision-machined aluminium alloy frame inside the base houses the drive motors, sensor array, and battery pack. A PC+ABS outer shell combines with aluminium structural members for impact resistance without inflating the robot's 39 kg operational weight.

Transparent X-ray view of PUDU PuduBot 2 base showing precision-machined aviation-grade aluminum alloy internal chassis, drive motor housings, and sensor mounting points
Structural core: the machined aluminium chassis housing the drive and sensor hardware.

Optimised suspension geometry and balanced mass distribution give a 30% improvement in driving stability over the previous generation. The robot crosses floor irregularities up to 10 mm high and gradients up to 5°, covering most real-world hospitality and commercial floor surfaces.

Expert Verdict: The PuduBot 2 occupies a mature position in the commercial delivery robot segment, backed by extensive documented deployments across restaurants, hotels, and hospitals. Markerless VSLAM, dual-LiDAR redundancy, and the 25 Ah LFP battery together resolve the three most common deployment blockers: setup complexity, navigation reliability, and shift coverage. One practical note: enable Steady Mode (capped at 0.4 m/s) when carrying liquids or fragile cargo, which applies smoother acceleration and deceleration curves tuned for spill-sensitive loads.

Power System and Auto-Charging

The PuduBot 2 runs on a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery rated at 25 Ah, a chemistry chosen for thermal stability and cycle longevity over standard lithium-ion cells. Under no-load conditions, runtime reaches 12–15 h; a full charge from empty takes around 4 h at 29.4 V / 8 A. When the battery drops to a user-configured threshold (5%–50%), the robot navigates to the charging station and docks without staff involvement.

In side profile, the robot aligns precisely with its dedicated auto-charging station, with the underbelly electrode plates making contact with the station connectors on their own.

PUDU PuduBot 2 docked at its autonomous auto-charging station in side profile view, showing electrode plate contact and compact charging unit design
Auto-docking: electrode plate contact with the dedicated charging station.

A transparent chassis render exposes the LFP pack mounted centrally inside the base for balanced weight distribution, flanked by the drive-wheel and suspension assemblies.

Transparent 3D render of PUDU PuduBot 2 chassis base showing centrally mounted LFP battery pack highlighted in blue, drive wheel suspension arms, and internal hardware layout
Battery placement: the LFP pack centred inside the base alongside the suspension arms.

Software and Automation

The PuduBot 2 runs PuduOS, an Android-based operating system built for robotic fleet management that handles navigation, task queuing, calling integration, and over-the-air firmware updates from one interface. Staff can summon the robot or receive arrival notifications through four independent channels:

  • PuduLink: mobile app with real-time status monitoring and calling (requires network connection).
  • 4G Smartwatch: wrist-worn display showing delivery destination and arrival confirmation.
  • PuduBeeper: button-based pager integration (requires network connection).
  • Pudu Pager: operates via local gateway without internet, handling up to 48 simultaneous tasks with a 5-minute validity window per task.

The calling ecosystem below combines a smartphone app showing an "Arrived" status, a 4G smartwatch confirming table A12 delivery, and the Pudu Pager gateway, all communicating with a single unit at once.

PUDU PuduBot 2 calling ecosystem: PuduLink smartphone app displaying Arrived status, 4G smartwatch confirming table A12 delivery, and Pudu Pager wireless gateway unit
Four-way calling: app, smartwatch, and pager gateway paired to a single robot.

PuduOS also manages a music library (up to 20 custom tracks imported via QR code), speed profiles, map switching, and scheduled auto-recharge slots, through a touchscreen interface designed for operation without specialist training.

PuduOS software interface design system overview showing the Pudu application icon, UI elements including interactive buttons and toggle controls on a clean blue-and-white design language
PuduOS layout: the touchscreen interface elements used for task and music control.

The PDFD22 model carries a 10.1" LCD touchscreen for task selection, status display, and optional digital advertising content, turning the robot into a mobile signage platform as well as a delivery unit. A rear-facing camera below the display provides visual context for navigation and mapping verification, while a 4G SIM slot enables cellular connectivity for remote management and PuduLink calling where Wi-Fi coverage is limited.

Close-up view of the underside of PUDU PuduBot 2 10.1-inch LCD display showing rear-facing navigation camera lens at the junction of the display housing and upper support arch
Display detail: the rear navigation camera mounted beneath the touchscreen housing.

Applications

  • Restaurants: Food Delivery Mode assigns each tray to a table, letting one robot serve several orders in a single run.
  • Hotels: Delivery and Direct modes move amenities or room service items through corridors and lobbies without staff escort.
  • Hospitals: markerless VSLAM navigation adapts to corridors with variable ceiling heights, useful for moving supplies between wards.
  • Supermarkets: Cruise Mode supports patrol routes for promotional advertising or customer guidance near entrances.
  • Offices: Collection Mode retrieves used cups or trays from meeting rooms and returns them to a central point.
  • Shopping centres: the 10.1" display doubles as a signage screen while the robot moves between fixed stops.
  • Covered outdoor areas: the sensor architecture extends to building corridors and semi-open spaces adjoining indoor service zones.

Outdoors, the sensor suite handles dynamic, uncontrolled scenes as well as structured indoor routes, detecting and safely passing moving pedestrians and animals.

PUDU PuduBot 2 with glass-panel tray compartment navigating an outdoor pedestrian walkway, safely passing a woman walking two dogs near a modern building entrance
Outdoor test run: the robot passing pedestrians and dogs on a covered walkway.

Compatibility of the PUDU PuduBot 2

  • Auto-charging station: dedicated docking hardware compatible with the PDFD22 base for unattended charging.
  • Optional advertising screen: 32" accessory screen compatible with the PDFD22 chassis for digital signage.
  • Tray hardware: three removable, height-adjustable metal trays interchangeable across standard configurations.

What's in the box

  • PUDU PuduBot 2 delivery robot × 1 (model PDFD22, 10.1" LCD)
  • User Manual × 1
  • Quality Certificate × 1
  • Charger × 1

Technical specifications of the PUDU PuduBot 2

Physical Dimensions & Build

ParameterValue
Product ModelPDFD22
Overall Dimensions (L × W × H)580 mm × 535 mm × 1,290 mm
Overall Weight39 kg
Shell MaterialPC+ABS / Aluminum alloy
IP RatingIP40

Mobility & Navigation

ParameterValue
Navigation MethodVSLAM, LiDAR, VSLAM + LiDAR fusion
Cruise Speed0.1–1.2 m/s (adjustable)
Steady Mode Max Speed0.4 m/s
Minimum Passing Width80 cm
Max. Climbing Angle
Max. Surmountable Height10 mm
Max. Surmountable Gap15 mm
Max. VSLAM Ceiling Height30 m
Parking Accuracy5–10 cm from arrival point
Max Boot Points (map)16

Tray System

ParameterValue
Number of Trays (standard)3 (removable, height-adjustable)
Tray Dimensions520 mm × 435 mm
Tray Load — Rated10 kg per level
Tray Load — Maximum13 kg per level
Tray SpacingAdjustable
Tray MaterialMetal

Power & Battery

ParameterValue
Battery Capacity25 Ah (LFP)
Battery Life (no load)12–15 h
Charging Time~4 h
Operating VoltageDC 23–29.4 V
Power InputAC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Output29.4 V, 8 A
Auto-Charging StationYes — autonomous docking

Display & Audio

ParameterValue
Head Screen10.1" LCD
Optional Advertising Screen32" (optional accessory)
Speaker Power10 W × 2 stereo
Supported Audio FormatsMP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC, PCM, WMA, APE
Music Library CapacityUp to 20 tracks (QR import)

Connectivity & Interfaces

ParameterValue
WirelessWi-Fi, 4G (SIM card slot)
Bluetooth Gate SupportYes
Expansion Port1 × USB Type-C
Calling EcosystemPuduBeeper, PuduLink, 4G Watch, Pudu Pager
Max Simultaneous Pager Tasks48

Software & Operating System

ParameterValue
Operating SystemAndroid (PuduOS)
Navigation SoftwarePUDU SLAM (markerless)
Work ModesFood Delivery, Delivery, Cruise, Direct, Birthday, Collection
PUDU SLAM Setup Time Reduction75% vs. marker-based systems
OTA Firmware UpdatesYes
Docking ModesOne-to-one, Free mode, Waiting mode

Environmental Ratings

ParameterValue
Operating Temperature0 °C to 40 °C
Operating Humidity≤ 85% RH
Storage Temperature-40 °C to 65 °C
Operating Altitude< 2,000 m
IP RatingIP40
Road Surface RequirementIndoor, flat, smooth surfaces

How to Start Up and Dispatch the PUDU PuduBot 2

This procedure covers the startup sequence for the PuduBot 2, from switch verification through dispatching the first autonomous delivery task.

Step 1: Verify the Master Switch Position

Locate the master switch on the robot's base and confirm it is set to the "I" (ON) position. This switch controls the main power supply and must be active before charging or powering on the robot.

Step 2: Position the Robot at the Startup Location

Move the robot to the designated startup location, a floor position beneath a ceiling area with clear visual features for VSLAM initialisation. The startup label should be fixed to the floor at this point. Up to 16 boot points can be configured per map.

Step 3: Power On

Press and hold the power switch for 1 second. The light strip turns blue to confirm successful power-on. The PuduOS interface initialises automatically along with all navigation sensors and communication modules.

Step 4: Assign a Task and Dispatch

On the 10.1" LCD touchscreen, select the desired work mode, for example Delivery. Place the item on the appropriate tray, select the destination on screen, then tap "Start" to dispatch the robot.

Step 5: Confirm Delivery and Return

Upon arrival, the robot announces its presence via speaker and on-screen notification. The staff member removes the item and taps "Done," or confirms via the connected 4G watch or PuduLink app. The robot then returns autonomously to its docking station.


Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the PuduBot 2 battery last on a single charge?

The 25 Ah LFP battery provides 12–15 h of operation under no-load conditions. Charging time from empty is approximately 4 h. When battery level drops to the configured threshold (5%–50%), the robot autonomously navigates to the auto-charging station and docks without staff intervention.

Does the PuduBot 2 require ceiling markers or stickers for navigation?

No, the PuduBot 2 uses PUDU SLAM, a markerless visual positioning system that reads natural ceiling features for localisation. No ceiling modifications are needed, and deployment setup time is reduced by approximately 75% compared with marker-based systems. The VSLAM system operates reliably in spaces with ceiling heights up to 30 m.


Why buy the PUDU PuduBot 2 from EXPERT3D?

EXPERT3D supplies professional 3D equipment since 2012. Our team provides expert pre-sales consultation to match the PuduBot 2's work modes and tray configuration to your venue. Every unit ships with official warranty coverage and authorized after-sales service. Delivery is available across the region, alongside post-sale support and operator training on the PuduOS interface. Consumables and spare parts, including charging hardware, are kept in stock to reduce downtime. As an official representative of PUDU, we guarantee 100% authenticity, fair price, authorized service, and an official warranty.

Robot Specifications
Max Speed (m/s) 0.1-1.2
Navigation & Sensors VSLAM, LiDAR, VSLAM + LiDAR fusion
Robot Type Wheeled Service
Application / Purpose Delivery & Advertising
Max Payload (kg) 39
Battery Life (h) 12–15
Details
Country of Origin China
Weight and Dimensions
Net Weight (kg) 39
Assembled Dimensions (mm) 580 × 535 × 1290

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