Manipulators in teleoperation

Conference · Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1985

OSTI ID:5715160

Hamel, W R

Teleoperated manipulators represent a mature technology which has evolved over nearly 40 years of applications experience. The wide range of manipulator concepts developed thus far reflect differing applications, priorities, and philosophies. The technology of teleoperated manipulators is in a rapid state of change (just as are industrial robotics) fueled by microelectronics and materials advances. Large strides in performance and dexterity are now practical and advantageous. Even though improved controls and sensory feedback will increase functionality, overall costs should be reduced as manipulator fabrication and assembly labor costs are reduced through improved manufacturing technology. As these advances begin to materialize, broader applications in nonnuclear areas should occur.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-84OR21400
• OSTI ID: 5715160
• Report Number(s): CONF-850425-1; ON: DE85010563
• Resource Relation: Conference: Executive conference on remote operations and robotics in the nuclear industry, Pine Mountain, GA, USA, 21 Apr 1985
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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