Elenco Tumbling Robot - Manual (Page 10)

Robots powered by Servomotor
Mechanism in State-of-
the-Art Robots
Co-Bot uses gears to transfer the rotational power of a motor to arms and legs.
Let's explore some of the mechanism used in the other robots.
What is a Servomotor?
A servomotor uses computerized feed
back system so that it provides more
precise control. A servomotor makes it
possible for robots to stop the motion
at a desired position, to produces
quick and compact movements, and
to operate with less noise.
Robotic Suit: HAL-5
Height: 160cmWeight: 23kg
CYBERDYNE Corporation
A collaboration of a human
and machine, HAL-5 is a type
of cyborg. The suit reads the
neural signal through muscle
system of the wearer. It was
developed to assist the daily
activities of people with
health problems or injuries.
The weight of the suit is
supported by HAL-5 itself so
that the wearer do not feel the
weight of the suit.
When the weight of the
cup pushes downward, the
servomotor senses the
force and push it up with
equal amount of counter
force. The robot can keep
the posture stable.
ASIMO
Height: 130cmWeight: 54kg
HONDA
One of the well known state-of-the-art
robots. ASIMO has been in TV
commercials and traveled abroad.
ASIMO can recognize human faces,
run, and deliver drinks on a tray.
KHR-2 HV (A-624 Genex)
Height: appr.34cmWeight: appr.1.3kg
Kondo Technology Corporation
This is not a working robot. It was
developed for the purpose of study, play,
and competition entry. It is affordable for
normal people and a very friendly robot.
HRP-3 Promet Mk-II
Height: 160cmWeight: 68kg
Kawada Industry
This is a robot that can work with humans. He
can walk on slippery surfaces and work in light
rain with no problem. The stylish design is also
attractive. He holds a power tool in his hand.
Air Pressured Artificial Muscle,
"Muscle Suit"
What is an Air Pressured
Artificial Muscle?
An Air Pressured Artificial
Muscle uses air pressure in
its mechanism. It is made of
rubber tubes encapsulated
inside woven sleeves made
from inflexible material.
When the rubber tube
inflates, the woven sleeve
becomes fatter and shorter.
Its softer material makes it
possible for a wearer to
move with more freedom
compared to a metallic suit.
WL-16R III
Height: 128cm
weight: 76kg
Waseda University
Department of
Mechanical Engineering
Atsuo Takanishi Lab
Temzak Corporation
It carries people and
walks with two legs. It
can be operated like a
car as well. Can be
used outdoor and
supports up to 94kg.
Relaxed in normal state...
When it's inflated, crates
compression force in the
direction of its length.
Muscle Suit
Tokyo Science
University Dept. of
Mechanical Engineering
Kobayashi Lab
Muscle suit was
developed to assist
people as well. It is light
weight and worn only on
the upper body.
T-53 Enryu
Height: 2.8m
Weight: 2950kg
Temzak Corporation
Because of its great
power, it works best
for reconnaissance
missions at disaster
sites. It can lift 100kg
with one arm. It also
moves around well
with its caterpillar leg
in rugged terrain.
Hydraulic System "T-53 Enryu"
What is a Hydraulic
System?
A hydraulic system utilizes the
power of fluid (oil) pressure. When
two different size pistons are
connected, the larger diameter
piston will exert a greater force
because of the larger surface area.
The popularity of hydraulic
machinery is due to the substantial
amount of power that can be
transferred through small tubes.
T-53 demonstrating moving a drum can.
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