公开(公告)号：US20190202057A1

公开(公告)日：2019-07-04

申请号：US15859618

申请日：2017-12-31

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith

IPC: B25J9/16 ,  G06K7/10 ,  G06F17/30 ,  B25J9/00 ,  B25J11/00

CPC classification number: B25J9/1669 ,  B25J9/00 ,  B25J9/0003 ,  B25J9/1674 ,  B25J9/1697 ,  B25J11/008 ,  G05D1/0234 ,  G06F16/90335 ,  G06K7/10722 ,  G06K7/10861 ,  G06K7/12 ,  G06K19/06037 ,  G06K19/06131 ,  G06K19/0614 ,  Y10S901/01 ,  Y10S901/09 ,  Y10S901/47 ,  Y10S901/49

Abstract: A system and method comprises marking or identifying an object to be perceptible to robot, while being invisible or substantially invisible to humans. Such marking can facilitate interaction and navigation by the robot, and can create a machine or robot navigable environment for the robot. The machine readable indicia can comprise symbols that can be perceived and interpreted by the robot. The robot can utilize a camera with an image sensor to see the indicia. In addition, the indicia can be invisible or substantially invisible to the unaided human eye so that such indicia does not create an unpleasant environment for humans, and remains aesthetically pleasing to humans. For example, the indicia can reflect UV light, while the image sensor of the robot can be capable of detecting such UV light. Thus, the indicia can be perceived by the robot, while not interfering with the aesthetics of the environment.

公开(公告)号：US12244262B2

公开(公告)日：2025-03-04

申请号：US18094905

申请日：2023-01-09

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith

IPC: H02S20/30

Abstract: A solar panel mount that retains a solar panel in an installed position. The solar panel mount can include a panel rest having a seating surface for the solar panel. The solar panel mount can further have a first support structure defining a first retaining channel positioned to receive a first edge of the solar panel in an installed position. The solar panel mount can further include second support structure defining a second retaining channel. The first and second retaining channels can be spatially positioned apart from each other at a distance greater than a length of the solar panel such that the first and second retaining channels are positioned to receive respective first and second edges of the solar panel to secure the solar panel in the installed position.

公开(公告)号：US20240426638A1

公开(公告)日：2024-12-26

申请号：US18340415

申请日：2023-06-23

Applicant: SARCOS CORP.

Inventor： Richard Kirby ,  Fraser Smith ,  Marc Olivier

IPC: G01D5/34

Abstract: A sensor, method and integrated circuit for optically sensing the relative displacement of an object. The sensor may generate optical patterns of light and employ a multielement photodetector to detect the light and output corresponding analog signals proportional to the light detected. The sensor may achieve a sample rate that is orders of magnitude greater than conventional systems. The sensor may also achieve image resolution that is orders of magnitude greater than conventional systems. The sensor is useful for applications including the measurement of linear displacement and rotation, force, torque, or strain with respect to multiple degrees of freedom.

公开(公告)号：US20240253246A1

公开(公告)日：2024-08-01

申请号：US18414287

申请日：2024-01-16

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith

IPC: B25J15/00

CPC classification number: B25J15/0095

Abstract: This disclosure sets forth a robotic end effector for acquiring and managing an article, such as an item of luggage. The robotic end effector can include an extendable arm comprising a first support member, a capture device comprising a guide member having a plurality of apertures formed therein with a rod slideably supported in each aperture of the guide member. The capture device can further include a biasing member associated with one or more rods and being configured to bias the one or more rods in a first direction relative to the guide member. The article interface system can include an actuatable article engagement device. The actuatable article engagement device can itself include an article interface surface. The actuatable article engagement device can be operated to interface with an article to facilitate movement of the article toward the capture device.

公开(公告)号：US20240225943A1

公开(公告)日：2024-07-11

申请号：US18408444

申请日：2024-01-09

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith ,  Marc X. Olivier

IPC: A61H3/00 ,  B25J9/00

CPC classification number: A61H3/008 ,  B25J9/0006 ,  A61H2201/1652 ,  A61H2201/5038 ,  A61H2201/5061

Abstract: A walk-about platform in support of an exoskeleton is provided. The walk-about platform can include a conveyance system operable to facilitate movement of the walk-about platform about a ground surface. The conveyance system can comprise a plurality of rollers, and at least one actuator operable to actuate one or more of the plurality of rollers to facilitate the movement of the walk-about platform about the ground surface. A bi-pedal locomotion zone can be defined, at least in part, by the plurality of rollers. The bi-pedal locomotion zone can provide clearance for bi-pedal locomotion of an operator donning the exoskeleton. The at least one actuator actuates the one or more of the plurality of rollers based on the bi-pedal locomotion of the operator donning the exoskeleton.

公开(公告)号：US20240225942A1

公开(公告)日：2024-07-11

申请号：US18408466

申请日：2024-01-09

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith ,  Marc X. Olivier

IPC: B62D51/02 ,  A61H3/00 ,  B62D51/00 ,  B62D51/04

CPC classification number: B62D51/02 ,  A61H3/00 ,  B62D51/005 ,  B62D51/04

Abstract: A convertible ride-on and walk-about platform for a robotic upper exoskeleton is provided. The convertible ride-on and walk-about platform can be maneuverable about a ground surface and can include rollers operable to facilitate movement about the ground surface. The rollers can define at least in part a bi-pedal locomotion zone that provides clearance for bi-pedal locomotion of an operator donning the exoskeleton. The convertible ride-on and walk-about platform can also comprise a riding platform operable to be selectively moveable into the bi-pedal locomotion zone to allow the operator to ride thereon.

公开(公告)号：US12008807B2

公开(公告)日：2024-06-11

申请号：US17220832

申请日：2021-04-01

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith

IPC: G06V20/17 ,  G06T7/11 ,  G06T7/215 ,  G06V10/62

CPC classification number: G06V20/17 ,  G06T7/11 ,  G06T7/215 ,  G06V10/62 ,  G06T2207/30181 ,  G06T2207/30248

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for scanning a predetermined area of an aerial landscape with one or more cameras for an airborne target and capturing a plurality of images of the airborne target with the one or more cameras, the one or more cameras in communication with a processor. Microscopic temporal variations between the plurality of images of the airborne target are amplified including a change in the geometry of a two-dimensional image of the airborne target.

公开(公告)号：US20240076143A1

公开(公告)日：2024-03-07

申请号：US18459373

申请日：2023-08-31

Applicant: Sarcos Corp. ,  Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd.

Inventor： Allen J. Bancroft ,  Alan J. Bandi ,  Christopher M. Gardner ,  Nicolas Paris

IPC: B65G65/00

CPC classification number: B65G65/005

Abstract: An end of arm tool (EOAT) assembly can include a tool base subassembly having a tool base attachment surface as well as a first and second mechanized tool subassembly, each being movably attached to the tool base subassembly along the tool base attachment surface. The mechanized tool subassemblies include an elongated body oriented orthogonally relative to the tool base attachment surface, and a holding member attached to its respective elongated body. The holding members can have an engaged position to pass beneath an object to assist with lifting of the object and a disengaged position that does not contribute to lifting of the object. Movement of the first and second mechanized tool assemblies along the tool base attachment surface can provide for opening and partially closing of a gap there between to laterally provide space for engaging with the object followed by squeezing the object for lifting.

公开(公告)号：US11697497B2

公开(公告)日：2023-07-11

申请号：US16151316

申请日：2018-10-03

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith ,  Marc X. Olivier

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  B64F1/00 ,  F41H11/02 ,  G05D1/10 ,  G05D1/12 ,  B64U70/30 ,  B64U101/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64F1/007 ,  F41H11/02 ,  G05D1/101 ,  G05D1/12 ,  B64U70/30 ,  B64U2101/00 ,  B64U2201/10

Abstract: A system for aerial neutralization of a detected target aerial vehicle comprises a plurality of counter-attack unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and an aerial vehicle capture countermeasure coupling together the plurality of counter-attack UAVs, to intercept and capture a detected target aerial vehicle in a coordinated manner. The system comprises an aerial vehicle detection system comprising at least one detection sensor operable to detect the target aerial vehicle, and operable to provide command data to at least one counter-attack UAV for tracking and neutralizing the target aerial vehicle. The counter-attack UAVs and a net can be deployed from a movable base station, and the net can be carried in a low-drag configuration until the counter-attack UAVs operate to deploy or open the net. The counter-attack UAVs and systems may be autonomously operated. Associated systems and methods are provided.

公开(公告)号：US11465741B2

公开(公告)日：2022-10-11

申请号：US16151279

申请日：2018-10-03

Applicant: Sarcos Corp.

Inventor： Fraser M. Smith ,  Marc X. Olivier

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  F41H11/02 ,  G05D1/12 ,  G05D1/10

Abstract: A counter-attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), for aerial neutralization of a detected target aerial vehicle, comprises a flight body and a flight control system to intercept the detected target aerial vehicle, and comprises an aerial vehicle capture countermeasure (e.g., a net) operable to capture the detected target aerial vehicle. The aerial vehicle capture countermeasure can comprise a net deployable from the counter-attack UAV, and a captured target aerial vehicle can be delivered to a particular location. A system for aerial neutralization of a detected target aerial vehicle comprises an aerial vehicle detection system comprising at least one detection sensor operable to detect the target aerial vehicle, and operable to provide command data (including location data) to at least one counter-attack UAV for neutralization of the target aerial vehicle. The counter-attack UAV and systems may be autonomously operated. Associated systems and methods are provided.