Movement Control Resumption From Stored Start Position Data
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Solution Overview
Problem
In movement control systems for vehicles or robots, resuming operation from a stoppage position without stored start information is challenging, especially when multiple initial positions exist, making it difficult for operators to determine the correct starting point for automated movement resumption.
Innovation Solution
A movement control system that includes a receiver for receiving start information and an operation plan executor to start the execution of the operation plan from a specified start order, using a server with a storage unit for operation plans, map data, and communication components to facilitate resumption of operations from any desired point, including the use of sensors and external apparatus for identifying start points.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the stoppage position is not stored in the movable object, then automated movement can be resumed from the initial position, but the operator needs to manually reposition the movable object to the initial position, increasing loss of time and reducing productivity
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by storing the stoppage position information in the server before the movable object needs to resume operation. When operation interruption is detected, the server already has the necessary position data ready, eliminating the need for manual repositioning and allowing immediate resumption of automated movement from the exact stoppage point.
Solution Approach 2:
The server acts as an intermediary between the movable object and the operation control system. It stores and manages the stoppage position information, retrieving it when needed to enable the movable object to resume operation without manual intervention. This intermediary storage mechanism solves the contradiction by providing automatic position recovery capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If there are multiple initial positions, then the movable object has flexible starting points, but it becomes difficult to specify from which initial position the operation should be resumed
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback mechanisms where the movable object reports its position and operation status to the server during execution. When interruption occurs, the server receives feedback about the stoppage position and uses this information to automatically determine the correct resumption point, eliminating the need for manual specification even when multiple initial positions exist.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable object and server work together in a self-service manner where the system automatically tracks and remembers the stoppage position. The operator does not need to manually specify the start position; the system self-determines the correct resumption point based on stored operation plan data and actual execution feedback, maintaining ease of operation despite multiple possible starting points.
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AI summary
According to one embodiment, a movement control system includes a receiver configured to receive start information for deciding a start order from which execution of an operation plan is started, the operation plan including a plurality of orders for controlling a movable object; and an operation plan executor configured to start the execution of the operation plan from the start order decided based on the start information.