Title :
The merits of hexapods for robotic applications
Author_Institution :
Geodetic Machines Ltd., Shoreham, UK
Abstract :
Geoditics are looking at hexapods for robot applications. In contrast to other developers, Geoditics´ hexapod has eight degrees of freedom which dramatically improves dexterity. In the paper the author discusses: working volume; dexterity; gearing; stiffness and size; universal joints; drive mechanics; calibration and service; synchronous control; and estimated building costs
Keywords :
robots; Geoditics; calibration; dexterity; drive mechanics; gearing; hexapods; robotic applications; stiffness; synchronous control; universal joints; working volume;
Conference_Titel :
Next Steps for Industrial Robotics, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
