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A deployable end-effector with caging-based grasp capability for capturing free-floating objects

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Abstract

In this paper, based on the caging grasp, a novel deployable end-effector for capturing free-floating objects is proposed, which implements a secure grasp without precise motion tracking and complex feedback control. Three subsystems for capture, transmission and actuation are highly integrated, including mechanics, electronics and sensors. Grippers composed of constant-torque hinges are arranged specifically to endow the mechanism with deployable function and ensure a steady envelope. Gears are widely adopted in a unique manner for synchronous motion of six grippers, with only one actuator. Meanwhile, an optimal design for a larger envelope with weight reduction of the grippers is carried out. The multisensory system and electronics in the actuation subsystem lay the foundation for operational procedure of the end-effector. Additionally, performance of the end-effector is verified in virtual simulation software.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of 2018 IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2018
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages455-460
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781538660720
DOIs
StatePublished - 5 Oct 2018
Event15th IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2018 - Changchun, China
Duration: 5 Aug 20188 Aug 2018

Publication series

NameProceedings of 2018 IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2018

Conference

Conference15th IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2018
Country/TerritoryChina
CityChangchun
Period5/08/188/08/18

Keywords

  • Caging
  • Capture
  • Deployable end-effector
  • Gripper
  • Optimal design

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