Computer Representation of a Seven Axis Kinematics Manipulator
Department
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Research Advisor
Liou, Frank W.
Advisor's Department
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Funding Source
Missouri S& T Opportunities for Undergraduate Research Experiences (OURE) Program
Abstract
A novel graphical user interface (GUI) is described which calculates forward and inverse kinematics of a seven-axis manipulator. We present this technology as a solution to manufacturing engineering needs because it greatly reduces the time of calculations and the simplicity of the GUI allows any novice to use the software as well as an expert on the subject. The GUI is also very adaptable to other robots. One needs only to input the Denavit-Hartenburg parameters and computer aided design (CAD) files. The GUI also places blue dots on the computer screen to indicate to the locations where the manipulator can reach and red dots where it cannot. This action ensures safety and efficiency even before deposition.
Biography
Erik is an undergraduate sophomore seeking his mechanical degree with a minor in programming. When he graduates he would like to work in either industry or academia working on robotics. He is very involved on campus. He is Vice President of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) chapter here at the Missouri University Science and Technology. He was also a member of the Formula Electric and Mars Rover design team. He plans on studying abroad in the fall for eleven months at Tohoku University in Sendai Japan.
Research Category
Engineering
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Document Type
Presentation
Award
Engineering oral presentation, Third place
Location
Carver Room
Presentation Date
03 Apr 2013, 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Computer Representation of a Seven Axis Kinematics Manipulator
Carver Room
A novel graphical user interface (GUI) is described which calculates forward and inverse kinematics of a seven-axis manipulator. We present this technology as a solution to manufacturing engineering needs because it greatly reduces the time of calculations and the simplicity of the GUI allows any novice to use the software as well as an expert on the subject. The GUI is also very adaptable to other robots. One needs only to input the Denavit-Hartenburg parameters and computer aided design (CAD) files. The GUI also places blue dots on the computer screen to indicate to the locations where the manipulator can reach and red dots where it cannot. This action ensures safety and efficiency even before deposition.
Comments
Joint project with Trevor Wilson