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公开(公告)号:US20220212345A1
公开(公告)日:2022-07-07
申请号:US17139868
申请日:2020-12-31
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
Abstract: A robotic system comprising a master robotic system, and a first robotic system comprising a first mobile platform operable to move about a surface, and comprising a first manipulator. The robotic system can comprise a second robotic system comprising a second mobile platform operable to move about the surface, and comprising a second manipulator. A control module can be associated with the master robotic system and the first and second robotic systems, and can be operable in a paired control mode to facilitate paired control of the first and second robotic systems to move about the ground surface, and operable in an unpaired control mode to facilitate non-paired control of a selected one of the first or second robotic systems.
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公开(公告)号:US20220176558A1
公开(公告)日:2022-06-09
申请号:US17114458
申请日:2020-12-07
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
Abstract: An exoskeleton operable in a safety mode comprises a plurality of support structures, and at least one joint mechanism rotatably coupling two of the plurality of support structures and a plurality of sensors associated with the at least one joint mechanism. The exoskeleton comprises a controller configured to generate a plurality of command signals according to a plurality of respective control policies, and configured to generate each command signal based on sensor output data from at least one sensor of the plurality of sensors, and configured to control operation of the at least one joint mechanism according to a selected control policy, of the plurality of control policies, based on at least one of an identified discrepancy between at least some of the plurality of command signals or a determination whether each of the plurality of sensors satisfies at least one self-test defined criterion or a comparison criterion between the output signal of two or more sensors of the plurality of sensors, or both of these.
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公开(公告)号:US20220176547A1
公开(公告)日:2022-06-09
申请号:US17114465
申请日:2020-12-07
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
Abstract: An exoskeleton comprising a plurality of support structures, and a plurality of joint mechanisms each joint mechanism rotatably coupling at least two of the plurality of support structures. A sensor suite discrepancy detection system can be operable to interrogate the suite of sensors within the exoskeleton, and can comprise a plurality of sensor groups, each associated with a respective joint mechanism, and each comprising a plurality of sensors from a suite of sensors. A controller can be configured to recruit at least one substitute sensor from a first sensor group of based on an identified discrepancy between the sensor output data of at least two sensors within the first sensor group and a target sensor within the first sensor group, and to execute a remedial measure associated with a safety mode of the exoskeleton for safe operation of the exoskeleton.
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公开(公告)号:US20220176546A1
公开(公告)日:2022-06-09
申请号:US17114457
申请日:2020-12-07
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
Abstract: An exoskeleton operable to prevent unsafe operation can comprise a plurality of joint mechanisms and a plurality of sensors comprising configured to generate sensor output data associated with at least two joint mechanisms. The exoskeleton can comprise a controller configured to receive the sensor output data; combine the sensor output data; and determine whether the combination of the sensor output data from the first and second sensors satisfies an error condition in relation to at least one defined criterion. The existence of an error condition can be indicative of an anomalous operating state of the exoskeleton, such as a malfunction or an (impending) anomalous kinematic movement. The controller can also combine command signals to be transmitted to two or more joint mechanisms to determine another anomalous operating state to prevent unsafe operation. Associated software and methods are provided.
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公开(公告)号:US11331809B2
公开(公告)日:2022-05-17
申请号:US15846038
申请日:2017-12-18
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
Abstract: A stiffening element to provide variable resistance to movement between a pair of members at a joint. The stiffening element comprises a filler with particles flowable in a bladder. A pressure source is coupled to the bladder to vary a pressure within the bladder and collapse the bladder. Collapsing the bladder varies a flow characteristic of the filler within the bladder, Varying the flow characteristics of the filler varies resistance of the bladder to movement of the bladder, and thus a pair of movable members and the joint.
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公开(公告)号:US11192646B2
公开(公告)日:2021-12-07
申请号:US16151289
申请日:2018-10-03
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
Abstract: A system for neutralization of a target aerial vehicle comprises one or more counter-attack unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and an aerial vehicle capture countermeasure tethering the counter-attack UAV(s) to a structure or ground. The counter-attack UAV(s) are operable to capture and neutralize the target aerial vehicle with the aerial vehicle capture countermeasure (e.g., a net). The system can comprise an on-board aerial vehicle detection system, and/or an external aerial vehicle detection system each having at least one sensor configured to detect the target aerial vehicle while in flight. The counter-attack UAV(s) and the associated detection systems may be autonomously operated for detecting and neutralizing a target aerial vehicle. The aerial vehicle capture countermeasure can be moved from a stowed position to a deployed position in response to coordinated flight of the counter-attack UAV(s). Associated methods and systems are provided.
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公开(公告)号:US20240227162A1
公开(公告)日:2024-07-11
申请号:US18408413
申请日:2024-01-09
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
CPC classification number: A61H3/00 , B25J9/0006 , A61H2201/1619 , A61H2201/164
Abstract: A walk-about exoskeleton system can comprise an exoskeleton and a walk-about platform in support of the exoskeleton. The walk-about platform can be maneuverable about a ground surface. The walk-about platform can comprise a conveyance system operable with the walk-about platform. The conveyance system can be operable to facilitate movement of the walk-about platform about the ground surface. The walk-about platform can also comprise a bi-pedal locomotion zone defined, at least in part, by the walk-about platform. The bi-pedal locomotion zone can provide clearance for bi-pedal locomotion of an operator donning the exoskeleton.
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公开(公告)号:US20240139054A1
公开(公告)日:2024-05-02
申请号:US17979689
申请日:2022-11-02
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier , Michael Myers
IPC: A61H3/00
CPC classification number: A61H3/00 , A61H2201/1215 , A61H2201/165 , A61H2201/5061
Abstract: A foot-supporting appendage of a wearable robotic exoskeleton configured to support a foot of a user wearing the robotic exoskeleton. The foot-supporting appendage can include a rearward support configured to support a hind foot portion of a foot of the user. The foot-supporting appendage can further include a frontward support configured to connect to the rearward support and configured to support a forefoot portion of the foot of the user. A size of the foot-supporting appendage is adjustable to accommodate a respective foot of a user of a plurality of users having different sizes of feet.
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公开(公告)号:US20240033908A1
公开(公告)日:2024-02-01
申请号:US18351462
申请日:2023-07-12
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
CPC classification number: B25J9/162 , B25J9/0006 , B25J19/0008 , B25J19/02 , B62D57/032
Abstract: A robot system, comprising a robot capable of gait or gait-like operations, stance or stance-like operations, or a combination of these. The robot can comprise at least one ground-contacting appendage configured to facilitate locomotion of the robot. The system can further comprise a sole supported on the ground-contacting appendage that is operable to interface with a ground surface. The sole can comprise a robot interface facilitating attachment of the sole to the robot, a first sole component having a ground-contacting surface, the first sole component defining a first compliant zone, and a second sole component having a ground-contacting surface, the second sole component defining a second compliant zone. The first sole component can comprise a compliance the same or different than the second sole component.
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公开(公告)号:US11834173B2
公开(公告)日:2023-12-05
申请号:US17898289
申请日:2022-08-29
Applicant: Sarcos Corp.
Inventor: Fraser M. Smith , Marc X. Olivier
CPC classification number: B64C39/024 , B64D47/08 , B64F1/02 , G05D1/0094 , B64U50/19 , B64U70/30 , B64U2101/00
Abstract: A system for neutralization of a target aerial vehicle comprises a plurality of counter-attack unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and an aerial vehicle detection system comprising at least one detection sensor operable to detect the target aerial vehicle in flight. The system also comprises an aerial vehicle capture countermeasure in the form of a net tethering the plurality of counter-attack UAVs to one another. The counter-attack UAV(s) are operable to capture and neutralize the target aerial vehicle with the net. The system can comprise at least one net storage device associated with a structure and configured to store at least a portion of the net when in a stowed position, and to facilitate deployment of the net when moved to a deployed position via coordinated flight of the plurality of counter-attack UAVs based on the detected target aerial vehicle.
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