Modular Robot Module Management via Terminal-Based Configuration Guidance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing modular robots are difficult for ordinary users to manage and reconfigure, as they require specialized expertise to add or remove functions and perform maintenance, limiting their versatility and usability.
Innovation Solution
A user terminal device equipped with a communication unit, display, and processor that acquires and displays mount information and module information, allowing users to easily manage modular robots by providing intuitive access to module configuration, status, and necessary updates or repairs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If modular robot is designed with multiple interchangeable modules to perform various functions, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases making it difficult for ordinary users to manage
Solution Approach 1:
A terminal device is introduced as an intermediary between the user and the modular robot system. The terminal device receives robot information from the robot controller, determines module combinations based on this information, and provides user-friendly guidance for module assembly and management. This mediator handles the complexity of module compatibility and configuration, allowing ordinary users to easily manage the modular robot without needing specialized expertise.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the robot controller continuously provides robot information to the terminal device. The terminal device processes this information and provides real-time guidance on module combinations and assembly instructions. This feedback loop enables the system to adapt to the current robot configuration and guide users through necessary adjustments, simplifying the management of complex modular systems.
2Manufacturing precision
If specialized expertise is required to manage and reconfigure modular robot modules, then manufacturing precision is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The terminal device provides self-service functionality by automatically receiving robot information from the robot controller and autonomously determining appropriate module combinations. The system generates and displays assembly guidance information without requiring user expertise. Users simply follow the provided instructions to assemble modules, and the system automatically verifies correctness through continuous information exchange with the robot controller, ensuring precise assembly while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The terminal device performs preliminary actions by pre-determining module combinations and preparing assembly guidance information before the user begins assembly. The system analyzes robot information and pre-calculates the correct module configurations, so users receive ready-to-follow instructions rather than needing to independently figure out complex assembly procedures. This preliminary processing of information ensures both precision and accessibility.
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AI summary
Provided is a method for managing a modular robot, including at least one module, using a user terminal, the method including: acquiring mount information on the at least one module mounted to the modular robot; receiving module information on a module corresponding to the mount information; and displaying at least one of the mount information and the module information. Also, provided are a user terminal for performing the method for managing a modular robot may be provided, and a non-volatile computer readable recording medium in which a computer program for performing the method for managing a modular robot.