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Purpose and Use of Robots 4#

February 24th, 2008 by dmrobots

Robots can serve many purposes including robots designed for: repetitive tasks, dangerous tasks, maintenance and repair.

B. Find an example of a robot that can undertake each of these tasks, including a name, a thorough desciption of the robot and what it can do, an image and references.

Repetitive Tasks:

The ISO 8373 is used for repetitive task such as building cars, welding all the parts together it can be fitted in many industries such as construction, electronics, electricity, aerospace and defence. This robot is efficient as it can be programmed to do the same task again and again.

Credits to: http://engineers.ihs.com/document/abstract/TNYNCAAAAAAAAAAA

Dangerous Tasks:

tEODor

The tEODor is a German state-of-the-art bomb disposal machine that is equipped with five cameras, and a double shot distruptor. It handles all delicate situations that can endager a human life and destruction of some sort. It is remotely handled, it also can hold three tools, and with its advanced technology it automatically switches its tools to suit the job tolet the controller concentrate on the job at hand.

Credits to:

http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/mines/telerob/telerob3.html

http://www.army-technology.com/contractors/mines/telerob/

Maintenance and Repair:

ENRYU

The T-52 Enryu is a quite large robot that assists in natural disasters such as avalanches and earthquakes. With its two “pincer arms” it can grasp and remove obstacles efficiently to rescue people who are trapped under rubble.

Credits to: http://www.primidi.com/categories/sidebars/2004/03/26.html

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Research: Nanorobotics

February 23rd, 2008 by dmrobots

Nanorobotics:

Nanorobotics is the technology of creating machines or robots in a microscopic scale or close to it. Nanorobotics refers to the still largely hypothetical nanotechnology engineering (designing and building nanorobots). Nanorobots would be about 0.1-10 micrometers and made of nanoscale or molecular components. Nanorobots in this day and age are hypothetical as no artificial non-biological nanorobots have so far been created.Nanorobots would be able to make any structure, including itself, by atomic-scale “pick and place” (a set of nanoscale pincers would pick individual atoms from their environment and place them where they should go). With nanorobots being microscopic in size you will need to have “swarms” which are capable of replication in its environment to be able to work together to get the job done. If nanorobotics were ever used it will be for medical purposes, for example it will be used to molecularly repair the human body, identify cancer cells and eliminate them, repair damage on structures and remove excess waste from the brain to bring the body to a youthful state. Also nanorobotics can be used in those who have been cryogenically been frozen, but yet this is still a work in progress. Nanotechnology has been also been pinned to be used in other areas, such as clothing, sun screen lotions and medicinal nanoparticles which help deliver drugs to targeted tissues and areas of the body.The issues concerned with nanorobotics is that the values of human life and what the society is willing to allow and not allow that is concerned with nanotechnology (replacing human body parts with man-made machinery). Also the fact that nanotechnology has a potential chance of being used for the wrong cause and for unintended consequences.Credits to:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanorobotics#Bibliography

http://www.mtmi.vu.lt/pfk/funkc_dariniai/nanostructures/nano_robots.htm

http://www.hoise.com/vmw/06/articles/vmw/LV-VM-12-06-12.html

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Types of Robots

February 18th, 2008 by dmrobots

Write a report about the use of a two clearly different types of robots in two clearly different situations. Make sure you fully cite and reference all your sources. For each of the four case studies identify which of the five parts of a typical robot is the most important for the specific scenario.

Case Study 1. -

S.W.O.R.D.S (special weapons observation remote reconnaissance direct action system)

The SWORDS were usuallu used to patrol Iraq but now are used for full scaled combat. These robots can be equipped with a pistol to something as large a rocket launcher, the SWORDS are controlled by a soldier through a terminal, the robots restriction is to how much the soldier restricts himself in doing. Apparently the U.S military are deploying these robots in Iraq eqipped with automatics, the whereabouts of these machines are classified but were reportedly designed for “high risk” combat scenarios. Since SWORDS are removing humans from any danger, in the future we are expecting to see platoons of SWORDS to keep our men alive.

Credits to: http://www.engadget.com/2007/08/03/remotely-controlled-armed-robots-deployed-in-iraq/

Two Situations it can be placed into:

1. To save our australian troops you can send out an army of SWORDS out to go against those who oppose Australia when in war, where needed deploy SWORDS to decrease the risk of our australian troops. The controller is the most important part of this robot.

2. If there is a bomb or suspected bomb, you can send out this robot to check what is the situation, or if it is an actual bomb. The controller and arm is the most important part of this robot in this scenario.

Case Study 2 -

Audi2035

AUDI RSQ 2035

The Audi RSQ is a two-seater sports car designed for the future. It is equipped with side air-inlets and a single-frame radiator grille, to create a bold front-end to the car.The Audi RSQ runs off four spheres instead of four wheels. They provide the sports coupé with ultimate agility and manoeuvrability on the road. The car doors are rear-hinged gull-wing doors which open and close like a butterfly’s wings and pivot slightly around their longitudinal axis. The interior design of this module is similar to a jetfighter’s cockpit; with its panoramic windscreen it offers a wide view of the road ahead. The car mainframe functions are controlled by MMI (Multi Media Interface).
Credits to:

http://www.audi.com/audi/com/en2/experience/cinema/i_robot/the_audi_rsq.html

Two Situations it can be placed into:

1. With its inhuman auto-pilot it can become a safety instructor on different situations a individual might come across when using a vehicle of any sort and how to overcome it and how to prevent the accident happening.

2.This can can also be used for racing, with a few modifications this car can be used a racing prototype, also having different instructions put in to suit racing needs.

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Parts of a Robot

February 17th, 2008 by dmrobots

A. Write down the 5 main parts of a robot and give an explanation on each, including what specific function does the part perform, what does this allow the robot to do?

CONTROLLER :
A working robot which is not connected to the computer is yet still to be found. The controller is the computer or “think tank” which the robot is receiving the instructions from. The controller also has the ability to connect to a network to work together with other machines , usually a set of instructions is programmed into the controller. Most people these days program robots themselves, I have yet still to see when a robot programs another robot to function the same as it is itself. Since the robot is programmed, it can only do what it is programmed nothing else, but in the near future we may be getting a self-reliant and independent robot that can think on their own or even program themselves but for now, we tell it what needs to be done.

ARM :
Many, but not all, robot arms resemble a human arm with all the necessities a human arm has such as the shoulders, elbows, wrists and even the fingers on most advanced robots. The arm of a robot is very important it is the part that positions the end-affector and sensors to do their pre-programmed business. With the robot arms identical to a humans one the robot has freedom in to position itself in many ways to suit its environment, with every joint in a robot arm it is free to move as much as the joints let it. For example a robot with 3 joints it can only move up and down, forward and backward and left and right.

DRIVE :
A robots drive is like its engine that gives it its power, without it the robot would just sit there and do no help. The drive is needed to drive the links (the sections between the joints into their desired position). Drives can be powered b air, electricity or water pressure.

END- EFFECTOR:
The gripper, tweezers, vacuum pump, blowtorch, clamps or human hand attached to the robots arm is called an “end-effector”, it is changed or built to suit the purpose of the robots. For example a robot that needs to cut grass will not have an end-effector which is a flamethrower, you would need a chainsaw. Some robots even have the ability to change their end-affectors to suit the task at hand but reprogramming will be needed, unless this robot is advanced, self- efficient and not to mention expensive.

SENSOR :
Robots these day and time are equipped with a sensor to enhance its ability to do the job right and efficiently. A robot to match a human’s sensors are yet to match, robot’s senses and abilities are very limited. Sensors send information back to the controller using electronic signals. Having sensors lets the robot “think tank” to familiarize itself to its current surroundings and the position of its arms.

B. Write down the 6 degrees of freedom.

1.Horizontal
2.Vertical
3.Depth
4.Pitch
5.Yaw

6.Roll

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Purpose and Use of Robots 3#

February 17th, 2008 by dmrobots

Entertainment Robots:

Superchip 57

SUPERCHIP 57, designed to entertain anybody and everybody, it has been programmed to have a futuristic take on comedy, music, dance and audience interaction. Features that SUPERCHIP 57 has are: built in sound system, music, robotic sound effects, robotic voice, lighting effects and robotic movements.

Credits to: http://www.beatstreetentertainment.com.au/performances2

ROBONOVA HUMANOID ROBOT

ROBONOVA is a humanoid robot that offers everyone and everybody entertainment to the max. The ROBONOVA can walk, run, do flips, cartwheels, dance moves and once programmed, is ready to compete in any Robo One Class “J” competition. You can build ROBONOVA yourself or have it pre-assembled for you.ROBONOVA is the first working humanoid robot of its kind with an advanced level of functionality.Credits to: http://www.active-robots.com/products/robonova/robonova-details-1.shtml

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Purpose and Use of Robots 2#

February 13th, 2008 by dmrobots

Domestic Robots:

The Infinuvo CleanMate QQ-2 Personal Cleaning Robot is a robot vacuum that will sweep and vacuum anywhere, your room or your lounge room. Infinuvo CleanMate QQ-2 can handle a variety of surfaces with ease. They go under beds and other places where other vacuums can’t go to clean dirt, dust, and pet hair while also at the same time killing bacteria and deodorizing with their ultraviolet light which makes your household area the perfect hygienic enclosure. Infinuvo CleanMate QQ-2 also automatically returns to its charging station.

Credits to: http://www.robotshop.ca/home/products/personal-domestic-robots/robot-vacuums/infinuvo-cleanmate-robot-vacuum/infinuvo-cleanmate-qq2-green.html

Aquabot Turbo T2 In-Ground Robot Pool Cleaner

The Aquabot Turbo T2 In-Ground Robot Pool Cleaner cleans your clean your entire pool thoroughly without a lift of a finger in the time space of 1 hour. The Aquabot turbo T2 is designed for pools up to 50′ length of any shape or surface, Self-contained reusable 19-quart capacity filter, removes all debris, it also is equipped with an automatic shutdown system after completing its cleaning, and all parts of the robot are weather resistant.

Credits to: http://www.robotshop.ca/home/products/personal-domestic-robots/robot-pool-cleaners/aquabot-turbo-t2.html

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Purpose and Use of Robots 1#

February 13th, 2008 by dmrobots

Industrial robots:

Industrial Robot with Vision Guide Software

R-2000iB series is an industrial robot equipped with vision guide software. TheR-2000iB has improved performance, reliability, and flexibility with it six-axis of motion design and heavy-payload capacity, R-2000iB can perform such tasks as: Machine Tending, Part Transfer, Material Removal, Dispensing and Arc Welding .

Also the R-2000iB can also be combined with the PC-based machine vision system to increase accuracy and expand the amount of work. The robot vision software provides a variety of part identification, inspection, and measurement tools that handle many situations.

Credits to: http://www.fanucrobotics.com/fanuc_portal/wp-vgr-1440.html

The KUKA KR 1000 Titan 6 Axis Industrial Robot

This is the KUKA KR 1000 Titan 6-Axis Industrial Robot. This robot has a payload capacity of 1000 kg and a reach of 3200 mm and is designed to handle extremely heavy lifting and manipulation applications. This robot is to be used in industries such as automotive, foundry industries and building materials.

The KUKA KR 1000 Titan 6 Axis Industrial Root can be bridging distances of up to 6.5 m and ensuring precise handling of engine blocks, stone, glass, steel sections, components for ships and aircraft, marble blocks, precast concrete parts and much more.

Credits to: http://embedded-system.net/kuka-kr-1000-titan-6-axis-industrial-robot-the-guinness-book-strongest-robot.html

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Historical Perspectives of Robotics

February 10th, 2008 by dmrobots

When was the first actual robot invented and used ?
The first actual robot was invented by Willard Pollard and Harold Roselund in 1938 the main purpose of the robot was to spray paint for the company DeBilbiss.

B. In 1942, science fiction writer Isaac Asimov created a set of three imaginary Laws of Robotics. What was the name of the book Asimov wrote in 1942 in which he described the Laws of Robotics?
Runaround was the name of the book that Isaac Asimov published in 1942 which presented the Three Laws of Robotics.

C. What is the so-called “Zeroth Law of Robotics? Why is it called the Zeroth Law?
The Zeroth Law of Robotics outlines: “A robot may not injure humanity or, through inaction, allow humanity to come to harm”.It is called the Zeroth Law in order to keep the pattern of lower numbered laws being more important than higher numbered laws. D. Propose one situation where it would be OK for a robot to harm (even kill) a human. Explain why it would be OK in this circumstance.
For a robot to harm a human or take a life it would need a emergency situation such as a suicide bomber which can take many lives but the robot will have to include the abilty to realise the intentions of the human and take immediate action.

Refrences:
http://fusionanomaly.net/threelawsofrobotics.html http://www.trueforce.com/Articles/Robot_History.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Laws_of_Robotics

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Robot and Robotics what are they?

February 10th, 2008 by dmrobots

What is a Robot?
A robot is a mechatronic construction, that is, a construction of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components, which is capable of autonomous or semi-autonomous operation towards a function or goal specified by the builder or programmer. Tele-operated machines with no internal programming or algorithms do not qualify as robots, nor do machines acting without human intervention but in an essentially random fashion, as in a cleaning “robot” that cleans a room by bumping off all the walls and obstacles repeatedly until the majority of the room has been covered. Most true robots have sensors that allow them to detect details of their environment, and change their behavior accordingly. Pick-and-place and other industrial robots define the bottom threshold of true robots as they are capable of autonomous operation towards a function, but do so with essentially no intelligence, merely acting out programmed instructions.

Credits to: Dr. John Steele
Office: BB247
Phone Number: 303-273-3663
Email: jsteele@mines.edu

Grader / TA:
Matt Krugman
Office: BB292
Phone Number: 303-273-3717
Email: mkrugman@mines.edu

http://www.mines.edu/fs_home/jsteele/400/web/Definitions/RobotDefinitions.html

Robotics can be defined as:

The development of reprogrammable, multiformation manipulators that can be programmed to do several differing tasks without human assistance.

Credits to:www.nanohand.eu/index.php

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