Self-Contained Robotic Arm Mounting for Easy Relocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing robotic arms are non-moveable due to their permanent mounting on rigid bases, requiring complex relocation processes involving new base construction and data/power connections.
Innovation Solution
A self-contained robotic arm system with an operating platform, robotic arm subsystem, control subsystem, and internal battery system, allowing for easy attachment and detachment from various platforms using a compact mounting subsystem, and featuring a power subsystem with AC and DC charging systems and hot-swappable batteries.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If robotic arms are permanently mounted to rigid bases, then stability and structural strength are improved, but mobility and relocation ease deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The robotic arm system is divided into separable components: the robotic arm assembly and the operating platform. The mounting subsystem provides detachable connections between these components, allowing the robotic arm to be segmented from the base structure. This enables the robotic arm to maintain stability when mounted while allowing easy relocation by detaching and reattaching to different platforms.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting subsystem transitions the connection between robotic arm and base from static (permanent) to dynamic (detachable). The mounting mechanism allows the robotic arm to be firmly fixed during operation for stability, but can be quickly detached for relocation. This dynamic mounting capability resolves the contradiction between needing stable operation and easy mobility.
2Reliability
If robotic arms are permanently mounted to rigid bases, then operational stability is improved, but relocation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the robotic arm assembly from the base structure using a detachable mounting subsystem. This segmentation allows the robotic arm to be relocated as a complete, self-contained unit without requiring complex base construction or re-plumbing of connections. The mounting interface is designed for quick attachment and detachment, significantly reducing relocation complexity while maintaining operational stability during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting subsystem is designed with universal compatibility to attach to various operating platforms. This multi-functional mounting capability allows the same robotic arm assembly to be mounted on different platforms without requiring custom installation procedures, thereby reducing relocation complexity while ensuring reliable operational stability on each platform.
3Use of energy by moving object
If robotic arms use external power connections, then continuous power supply is improved, but relocation ease deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The power connection system is extracted from fixed external plumbing and integrated into the movable robotic arm assembly through a battery system. This extraction allows the robotic arm to operate independently of external power connections during relocation, while the battery can be recharged when needed. This resolves the contradiction by providing power supply continuity through portable energy storage rather than fixed connections.
Solution Approach 2:
A battery system serves as an intermediary between the robotic arm and external power sources. The battery provides continuous power supply during operation and relocation without requiring physical power connections. When relocation is complete and the robotic arm is mounted, the battery can be recharged through the mounting subsystem, thus mediating between the need for continuous power and ease of relocation.
4Productivity
If robotic arms are heavily constructed for industrial tasks, then task performance capability is improved, but mobility and ease of relocation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The robotic arm system is segmented into a self-contained assembly that includes all necessary components (robotic arm, control system, power supply) as a single relocatable unit. This segmentation maintains the heavy construction needed for industrial task performance while enabling easy relocation by treating the entire assembly as one module that can be detached and remounted without disassembling the robotic arm itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The robotic arm assembly is designed to be self-contained with integrated power supply (battery system) and control systems. This self-service capability allows the robotic arm to maintain its heavy industrial-grade construction for task performance while being able to relocate independently without requiring external infrastructure setup, thus improving relocation capability while maintaining productivity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy relocation and operation of robotic arms by providing a self-contained system with movable platforms, flexible power management, and integrated control systems, enhancing mobility and operational flexibility.
Implementation Method 1
a power subsystem including an internal battery system that is configured to provide electrical power to the robotic arm subsystem and the control subsystem
Implementation Method 2
an AC power charging system configured to receive power from an external line voltage source so that the internal battery system of the power subsystem may be charged
Implementation Method 3
a DC power charging system configured to receive power from the operating platform so that the internal battery system of the power subsystem may be charged
Data Source
AI summary
A self-contained robotic arm system includes: an operating platform; a robotic arm subsystem coupled to the operating platform; a control subsystem coupled to the operating platform and configured to effectuate movement of the robotic arm assembly; and a power subsystem including an internal battery system that is configured to provide electrical power to the robotic arm subsystem and the control subsystem.