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A Numerical Method for the Compliance Analysis of Continuum Robots

  • Harbin Institute of Technology Shenzhen
  • Guangdong Key Laboratory of Intelligent Morphing Mechanisms and Adaptive Robotics

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Abstract

Continuum robots are characterized by their high compliance and dexterity. However, these features also lead to a reduction in accuracy. While many literature on continuum robots address aspects such as design, kinematics, and statics, there are few in-depth studies on the compliance of these robots. This paper introduces a numerical approach for obtaining the compliance of continuum robots, taking into account the influences of cable tensions, external loads, and gravity. Based on this method, an analysis to examine the compliance of a two-section cable-driven continuum robot within its workspace under various load conditions is conducted. Results indicate that the robot's compliance is correlated with the external load and the shape of the robot. Moreover, the compliance of the robot in the x direction and y direction is highly related with the distance between the robot's tip end and axes. These conclusions could be useful for the active compliance control of the robot.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 5th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages790-795
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9798350357950
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Externally publishedYes
Event5th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2023 - Hangzhou, China
Duration: 1 Dec 20233 Dec 2023

Publication series

Name2023 5th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2023

Conference

Conference5th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2023
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHangzhou
Period1/12/233/12/23

Keywords

  • compliance analysis
  • compliance model
  • continuum robot

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