Multi-Functional Robot with Extendable Arms and Universal Tool System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing autonomous robots are limited in their capabilities, often requiring human intervention for tasks involving unknown objects, and are not adaptable to various environmental conditions such as terrain and weather.
Innovation Solution
A multi-functional robotic device equipped with extendable robotic arms and a tool system that includes various grippers and a universal tool kit, allowing the robot to perform a wide range of tasks with minimal human intervention and adapt to different environmental conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a robot is designed for a single specific activity, then it can perform that activity efficiently, but it cannot perform other types of activities
Solution Approach 1:
The robot is equipped with a universal tool system comprising multiple interchangeable tools (grippers, cutters, sweepers, etc.) that can be attached to an extendable robotic arm, enabling a single robot platform to perform diverse tasks including cleaning, mowing, object manipulation, and more, thus resolving the contradiction between single-task efficiency and multi-task versatility
2Reliability
If the robot encounters unknown objects or environmental difficulties, then task completion may be hindered, but human intervention is required
Solution Approach 1:
The robot features a dynamic tool system where the robotic arm can extend and retract, and tools can be interchangeably attached and detached based on task requirements. This dynamic adaptability allows the robot to autonomously adjust its capabilities when encountering unknown objects or environmental challenges, reducing the need for human intervention while maintaining reliable autonomous operation
3Adaptability or versatility
If the robot is equipped with multiple tools and extendable arms, then it can perform diverse tasks, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The tool system is designed with tools that can be nested or integrated into the robotic arm structure when not in use. The extendable arm allows tools to be stored in a compact configuration within the robot body, and deployed only when needed for specific tasks, thus achieving high versatility while managing device complexity through space-efficient nesting arrangements
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AI summary
The current invention relates to a multi-functional robot (100) that includes one or more extendable robotic arms (102a, 102b). Each robotic arm (102a, 102b) is attached to body of the robot at proximal end of an extendable robotic arm (102a, 102b). Each extendable robotic arm (102a, 102b) includes a tool system (104) at the distal end of the extendable robotic arm and an internal cavity (106), accessible by one or more openings (106a, 106b) on the body of the robot (100). The openings (106a, 106b) are preferably covered by respective lids (108a, 108b). The multi-functional robot (100) further includes a processor and a memory communicatively coupled to the processor. The memory stores processor instructions, which, on execution, causes said processor to control operations of the one or more extendable robotic arms (102a, 102b) and the plurality of lids (108a, 108b) for performing one or more pre-defined functions.