Zero gravity robotic system and method for using same
US6394189B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 6, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J19/0016
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A zero gravity robotic tool includes a robotic arm having a distal end. A motor is mounted on the distal end of the robotic arm and is rotated about a motor axis which passes through the center of gravity of the motor and the tool. A prime mover is connected to the robotic arm and to a pivot mechanism for causing the rotation of the motor and the tool about the motor axis.
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