Meet the Robots Filling Your Cyber Monday Amazon Orders

Amazon has introduced 15,000 robots in its US warehouses, made by Kiva, a company it acquired in 2012. These robots, weighing 320 pounds, can carry up to 750 pounds. They autonomously retrieve items from the warehouse and bring them to workers for shipping. This system is fast and space-efficient, reducing unloading time and increasing inventory capacity. Robots can operate 24/7, fulfilling orders every 20 seconds, enhancing Amazon's efficiency.

What is the weight capacity of the robots used in Amazon's warehouses?

• 750 pounds

• 320 pounds

• 1000 pounds

• 500 pounds

How do the robots navigate within the warehouse?

• Using GPS

• Following stickers on the floor

• Using cameras

• Following human instructions

What is one of the main advantages of using robots in Amazon's warehouses?

• They are faster than delivery trucks

• They are cheaper than human workers

• They can work without supervision

• They increase space efficiency

How long can the robots typically operate before needing a recharge?

• Four hours

• Two hours

• One hour

• Six hours

How frequently can the robots fulfill an order?

• Every 30 seconds

• Every 20 seconds

• Every minute

• Every 10 seconds