Sensor Glove Robotic Hand Control Without Programming Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing robotic systems are not easily customizable for users without extensive programming training, limiting their use in applications like assistive technologies for disabled individuals and educational purposes.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a human interface device and a robotic device that simulates finger movements in real time, using sensors and processors to adapt to user gestures, allowing for intuitive control and customization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional robotic systems are used, then robotic functions can be performed, but extensive programming training is required for operation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a glove with sensors that copies human finger movements and gestures directly to control the robotic device. The glove captures the position and movement of each finger and transmits this information to the robotic system, allowing intuitive control without programming knowledge. This copying approach eliminates the need for training by directly mapping natural human actions to robotic commands.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical control interfaces (buttons, joysticks, programming panels) with a sensor-based glove system that detects finger movements and gestures. This substitution uses optical and electromagnetic sensors to capture motion data, transforming mechanical control into an intuitive gesture-based system that requires no training.
2Adaptability or versatility
If commercially available robotic systems are used, then ready-to-use functionality is provided, but customization and reprogramming beyond intended purpose is difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal control system where the glove can detect multiple types of gestures (finger positions, hand shapes, movement patterns) that can be mapped to various robotic functions. The system is designed to be adaptable to different applications by changing the gesture-to-command mappings, enabling one system to perform multiple functions without reprogramming the hardware or basic control architecture.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables users to control robotic devices with unprecedented accuracy, providing a customizable learning experience and assisting individuals with disabilities, while also serving as a tool for educational robotics and prosthetics development.
Implementation Method 1
the glove includes a plurality of sensors for obtaining the information associated with the position and/or movement of the user's finger
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a system and a method for manipulating a robotic device. The system includes a human interface device for obtaining information associated with a position and/or movement of a user's finger using the human interface device; and a robotic device for simulating the position and/or movement of the user's finger in real time. The robotic device is in communication with the human interface device. The operating system of the robotic device of the present disclosure can accurately simulate the functions of human hand.