Using COTS to Construct a High Performance Robot Arm
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Smith, Christian
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In this paper we present a design study and technical
specifications of a high performance robotic manipulator
to be used for ball catching experiments using commercial
off-the-shelf (COTS) components. Early evaluation shows that
very good performance can be achieved using standardized
PowerCube actuator modules from Amtec and a standard
workstation using CAN bus communication. Implementation
issues of low-level control and software platform are also
described, as well as early experimental evaluation of the
system.
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2007-04
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