Safeway Inc. is developing advanced robotic control systems and power assist sensor systems.
The robot drivers and controllers are capable of utilizing hall sensors and encoders, and are adaptable to various communication methods and sensors. Moreover, they are equipped with an indoor positioning feature using UWB technology, enabling driver-following and autonomous navigation capabilities.

DRIVER | 300W BLDC (12~48V) | Applied Products | Mobile robots, mobility, etc |
CPU | STM32F4 | Controller | Joysticks, power assist sensors, switches, etc |
IF | Bluetooth,WIFI,RF,USB,UART,RS485,etc | Characteristics | -Accurate positioning and speed control -Low speed control under 100 RPM -Various I/F and sensors are applicable |
Application sensor | Road cell, IMU, ultrasound, 2D Lidar |
The smart cart's power assist sensor system measures the force exerted by the user and calculates the necessary assistance power for the user. It provides push assistance when ascending and brake support when descending.
This system addresses the operational and responsiveness challenges of electric carts carrying heavy loads, facilitating easier and more intuitive control.
Power Assist Sensor System
The smart cart's power assist sensor system measures the force exerted by the user and calculates the necessary assistance power for the user. It provides push assistance when ascending and brake support when descending.
This system addresses the operational and responsiveness challenges of electric carts carrying heavy loads, facilitating easier and more intuitive control.
Enhanced driving on flat surfaces with a step-overcoming wheel system
This is an advanced mobility solution that overcomes the limitations of traditional step-overcoming wheel systems, which often lack efficiency on flat surfaces. It combines stable and efficient driving performance on flat terrain with powerful step-climbing capabilities, delivering the best of both worlds.
Major Government R&D & Commercialization
2018
KISED(Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development ), Generational Convergence Project: Interactive Children's Wagon
(KRW 91 million)
2019
KICOX(Korea Industrial Complex Corporation), Technology Transfer R&D Project: Smart Cart
(KRW 231 million)
2020
KIPA(Korea Invention Promotion Association) , Intellectual Property Utilization Strategy Support Project: Development of a Smart Assistive Stroller with a Modular Drive Unit
(KRW 126 million)
2021
KIRIA(Korea Institute for Robot Industry Advancement), Commercialization Promotion Project: Commercialization of an Electric Stroller Equipped with an Independent Controller and Detachable Modular Sensor and Drive Units
(KRW 56 million)
2021
KISED(Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development ), Startup Growth Package Support Project: Electrification Platform for Smart Cart
(KRW 171 million)
2022
TIPA(Korea Technology and Information Promotion Agency for SMEs), Startup Growth Technology Development Project (Didimdol): Development of a Robot Platform with Autonomous (Following) Technology Applied
(KRW 120 million)
2023
KOSME(Korea SMEs and Startups Agency), Export Voucher Support Program
(KRW 85 million)
2024
SBA (Seoul Business Agency), Seoul Robot R&D Support Program
(KRW 200 million)
2024
KOSME(Korea SMEs and Startups Agency), Export Voucher Support Program
(KRW 42 million)
Key Intellectual Property Rights
Please explore SAFWAY Co., Ltd.’s wide range of certifications and patented technologies.
Registered Patent | Joint Torque Compensation Device Utilizing Elastic Elements and Links | 10-137417 |
Registered Patent | Wearable Robot Knee Joint Torque Assist Elastic Device | 10-1925403 |
Registered Patent | Control Method for Wearable Robots Based on Teaching or Prior Programming | 10-1275533 |
Registered Patent | Wearable Power-Assist Device | 10-1809536 |
Registered Patent | Foldable Stroller | 10-2176728 |
Registered Patent | Panel Cleaning Device | 10-2363834 |
Registered Patent | System and Method for Mobile Robot Following Using Ultra-Wideband Wireless Technology | 10-2461220 |
Patent Application | Obstacle detection system for electric carts using sensor fusion | 10-2021-0062399 |
Patent Application | Device for assisting user's strength and understanding driving intention | 10-2021-0068172 |
Patent Application | Intelligent omnidirectional hands-free locomotion system for mobile robots and carts through environmental perception and human interaction | 10-2025-0020871 |
Patent Application | Environmentally adaptive PID optimization system for two-axis mobile robots using IMU-based real-time error compensation and AI control | 10-2025-0020860 |
Patent (pending application) | Enhanced driving on flat surfaces with a step-overcoming wheel system |