Dual-axis robotic joint
US9486919B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J17/0241
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Example joints for a robotic device are provided. An example robotic joint may include an upper portion, a lower portion, and a connecting link positioned between the upper portion and the lower portion. The upper portion may be coupled to the connecting link via a first revolute joint, and the lower portion may be coupled to the connecting link via a second revolute joint. The robotic joint may also include an actuator having a first end coupled to the upper portion and a second end coupled to the connecting link, where the actuator is configured to apply a torque to the connecting link. The robotic joint may also include a coupling element configured to transfer the torque applied to the connecting link into a rotational motion of the lower portion about the second revolute joint.
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