uArm Swift simulation and control

This paper investigates the development of a kinematic solution and simulated model of the uArm Swift Pro, a vertically articulated robot with three degrees of freedom. This robotic manipulator is specifically designed for recreational purposes and thus can be used as an educational tool for enginee...

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Main Authors: Schütz Damien, Hepworth J.H.
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Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2024-01-01
Series:MATEC Web of Conferences
Online Access:https://www.matec-conferences.org/articles/matecconf/pdf/2024/18/matecconf_rapdasa2024_04014.pdf
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description This paper investigates the development of a kinematic solution and simulated model of the uArm Swift Pro, a vertically articulated robot with three degrees of freedom. This robotic manipulator is specifically designed for recreational purposes and thus can be used as an educational tool for engineering students. A mathematical solution was developed which showcases how the robot moves and orientates itself when given desired output configurations. Furthermore, this analytical solution was implemented in Simulink to visually demonstrate the effects of changing parameters such as the joint angles of the uArm. Once complete, this model was tested with the physical manipulator to determine its accuracy and establish the legitimacy of using the simulation to demonstrate key concepts in robotics, such as forward and inverse kinematics. The testing illustrated that the proposed simulation was precise and a viable method to showcase the operation of this robot.
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