One of the biggest myths in robotics is that automation must be complex. That deploying an Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) requires IT teams, programmers, weeks of planning, and endless tuning. The Model C2 series from Quasi Robotics was built to challenge that assumption head-on.
Model C2 is not just autonomous – it is approachable. From first power-on to productive operation, the system is designed so that end users, not robotics experts, can deploy it confidently and quickly. In fact, most customers are up and running in minutes, not days.
From Box to Operation in as Little as 5–45 Minutes
Deployment speed is where Model C2 immediately stands apart.
Once unpacked and powered on, a brand-new Model C2 can be deployed in as little as 5 minutes for basic operation, and typically 15–45 minutes for a full production-ready setup. There is no external software installation, no laptops to configure, and no command-line tools. Everything happens directly on the robot’s integrated touchscreen.
The first-time setup workflow is intentionally minimal:
• Power on the cart
• Accept the user agreement
• Begin mapping the facility
That’s it. No technicians. No calibration rituals. No hidden steps.
This simplicity is not accidental – it is the result of years of refining how humans actually interact with robots on the factory floor, in hospitals, and in warehouses.
No Computer Knowledge Required – At All
Perhaps the most radical aspect of Model C2’s ease of use is this: you do not need any computer knowledge to deploy or operate it.
There is no programming language to learn. No scripts. No “robot logic” concepts to master. If you can use a touchscreen and type names into a text field, you already have all the skills required.
Operators interact with Model C2 using plain language concepts:
• Areas
• Waypoints
• Routes
• Maps
Everything is visible, visual, and intuitive. This dramatically lowers the barrier to adoption and eliminates the traditional dependency on automation engineers or IT staff. In many facilities, frontline staff deploy and manage the robot themselves – often on the very first day.
Mapping a 100,000 sq ft Facility in ~30 Minutes
Facility mapping is usually one of the most intimidating steps in AMR deployment. With many systems, mapping can take hours or even days and often requires trained specialists.
Model C2 flips that experience entirely.
A 100,000 square foot facility can typically be mapped and ready for use in about 30 minutes. Mapping is done simply by manually guiding the cart through the space while it builds the map in real time using its onboard LiDAR and vision sensors.
There is no pre-existing CAD file required. No floor plans to upload. No alignment procedures.
You just walk the robot through:
• Main aisles
• Work zones
• Rooms and corridors
As you move, the map appears live on the screen. When finished, you tap Mapping Completed, and the map is saved immediately for use. This process is fully described in the official Model C2 User Guide, including best practices to ensure clean, reliable maps.
Waypoints So Simple They Feel Obvious
If mapping defines where the robot can go, waypoints define what matters in daily operations. This is where Model C2 truly shines.
Creating a waypoint is almost deceptively simple:
1. Physically position the Model C2 exactly where you want it to stop
2. Adjust its orientation if needed
3. Type a name for the waypoint
4. Save
That’s it.
There is no coordinate system. No X-Y positions. No angles to calculate. The robot simply remembers the exact position and orientation where it was standing when you named the waypoint.
This mirrors how humans think about space. “Stop here.” “Face this workstation.” “Park next to this shelf.” Model C2 captures that intent directly, without translation.
“Programming” by Naming Things
Traditional robotics programming often involves abstract logic, scripts, or flowcharts. With Model C2, programming is reduced to something far more natural: naming places.
Typing the name of a waypoint is the programming.
When you create a waypoint called “Receiving,” “Lab A,” or “Assembly Line 3,” the robot associates that human-readable name with a precise physical location and orientation. From that moment on, you can simply select that name to send the robot there.
Routes – multi-stop workflows – are built the same way. You select waypoint names in sequence, optionally add wait times or messages, and the robot executes the route autonomously.
This approach eliminates cognitive friction. Users do not think about code; they think about tasks. The robot adapts to that mental model.
Touchscreen-First, Robot-Centric Design
Another key contributor to ease of use is that everything lives on the robot itself.
The integrated touchscreen is not just a controller – it is a window into the robot’s understanding of the world:
• Live maps
• Waypoint lists
• Navigation state
• Status indicators
There is no dependency on external PCs or cloud connectivity for core operation. Even advanced features like re-localization, waypoint editing, and dispatching can be done directly on the cart.
For teams that want additional visibility, mobile apps and the Cloud Connect platform are available – but they are enhancements, not requirements.
Designed for Real Facilities, Real People
Ease of use is not just about speed – it is about confidence. Model C2 is designed so users always understand:
• What the robot is doing
• Where it is going
• How to correct or adjust behavior
If the environment changes, remapping or extending a map is straightforward. If a waypoint needs to move, you simply recreate it. There is no fear of “breaking” the system by experimenting.
This approach encourages adoption. Teams try ideas. They iterate. They improve workflows – without waiting for outside help.
Simplicity That Scales
What makes Model C2 especially powerful is that its simplicity does not limit its capability. The same system that can be deployed in minutes can also scale to:
• Large facilities
• Multiple maps
• Complex routes
• Fleet operations
Ease of use is not a compromise – it is a foundation.
Final Thought
Model C2 proves that autonomous robotics does not have to be intimidating. By stripping away unnecessary complexity and aligning the robot’s behavior with how people naturally think and work, Quasi Robotics has created an AMR that feels less like a machine – and more like a reliable coworker.
From 5–45 minute deployment, to 30-minute facility mapping, to waypoints created by simply standing and typing a name, Model C2 sets a new standard for usability in autonomous mobile robotics.
Automation should work for people. With Model C2, it finally does.
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