INTERLOCKING, RECONFIGURABLE, RECONSTITUTABLE, REFORMABLE CELL-BASED SYSTEM WITH NESTED RING STRUCTURES

    公开(公告)号:WO2019018086A1

    公开(公告)日:2019-01-24

    申请号:PCT/US2018/037655

    申请日:2018-06-14

    Inventor: HELVAJIAN, Henry

    Abstract: Cell-based space systems with nested-ring structures that interlock and can change configuration to support a mission are provided. The cells may self-assemble into a larger structure to carry out a mission. Multiple rotatable rings may be included in a cell, with a payload/control section in the center. The rings may provide power and/or data to trams that move about the rails. Trams may interlock with other cells, carry sensors or other devices, etc. Cells may be stowed in a cell stack that is deployable. Such cell-based systems may have various applications in space, on Earth, other celestial bodies, and underwater.

    ROBOTIC SERVICING MULTIFUNCTIONAL TOOL
    5.
    发明申请
    ROBOTIC SERVICING MULTIFUNCTIONAL TOOL 审中-公开
    机动车维修多功能工具

    公开(公告)号:WO2013053047A3

    公开(公告)日:2013-06-06

    申请号:PCT/CA2012000947

    申请日:2012-10-15

    CPC classification number: B25J9/16 B23Q3/155 B23Q3/15526 B25J15/04

    Abstract: Herein is disclosed a multifunctional tool with replaceable tool tips. The disclosed multifunctional tool may be used as an end-effector on a robotic arm in space. Each tool tip, when in the tool holder, is driven by a common motor. The same motor can also be used to control the orientation of the tool tip about an axis. The tool tips are replaceable in the tool holder by simple and robust means, resulting in a lighter and cheaper multifunctional tool. The tool tips can be variously adapted to perform a variety of functions, including cutting, grasping, drilling, driving, etc. Since the tool may be driven by only one actuator, and the single actuator may be used to drive both the tool and rotation of the tool, mass can be saved. Use of such a multifunctional tool also reduces overall system power requirements, and system complexity.

    Abstract translation: 这里公开了具有可更换工具尖端的多功能工具。 所公开的多功能工具可以用作空间中的机器人臂上的端部执行器。 在工具架中时,每个工具尖端由普通电机驱动。 也可以使用相同的电机来控制工具尖端绕轴线的方向。 工具尖端可以通过简单而坚固的手段在刀架上更换,从而产生更轻便更便宜的多功能工具。 工具尖端可以进行各种调整,以执行各种功能,包括切割,抓取,钻孔,驱动等。由于刀具只能由一个执行器驱动,单个执行器可用于驱动刀具和旋转 的工具,质量可以节省。 使用这种多功能工具还可以降低整体系统功耗要求和系统复杂性。

    METHOD OF LINEAR ACTUATION BY INFLATION AND APPARATUS THEREFOR
    9.
    发明申请
    METHOD OF LINEAR ACTUATION BY INFLATION AND APPARATUS THEREFOR 审中-公开
    通过激励和设备进行线性逼近的方法

    公开(公告)号:WO0057685A9

    公开(公告)日:2002-07-11

    申请号:PCT/US0007346

    申请日:2000-03-21

    CPC classification number: B64G1/645 B64G1/222 B64G9/00 B64G2001/224 F15B15/103

    Abstract: A method and lightweight apparatus (100) that provide linear actuation effected by the controlled inflation of a deployable tube (120) permits the deploying end (125) of the tube (120) to be guided out in a linear motion by a yoke (140) that constrains the inflated portion of the tube (120) immediately behind it. A means for imparting resistance to deployment facilitates a smooth actuation by controlling both the rate and the directionality of deployment, and by maintaining a uniform internal pressure in the tube being deployed. A frame assembly (180) at the deploying end (125) of the tube (120) can be configured to interface with a variety of components to be linearly deployed.

    Abstract translation: 提供由可展开管(120)的受控吹胀所实现的线性致动的方法和轻质装置(100)允许管(120)的展开端(125)由轭(140)以线性运动引导 ),其将管(120)的充气部分紧紧地限制在其后面。 赋予部署阻力的装置通过控制展开的速度和方向性以及通过维持正在展开的管中的均匀的内部压力来实现平稳的启动。 在管(120)的展开端(125)处的框架组件(180)可以被配置为与要被线性展开的各种部件相接合。

    METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DEPOSITION OF THREE DIMENSIONAL OBJECT
    10.
    发明申请
    METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DEPOSITION OF THREE DIMENSIONAL OBJECT 审中-公开
    用于沉积三维物体的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:WO99040234A1

    公开(公告)日:1999-08-12

    申请号:PCT/CA1999/000072

    申请日:1999-02-05

    Abstract: A method and apparatus for creating three dimensional solid forms in metals, ceramics, organics or any combination thereof is made possible using a computer controlled system to create local environmental conditions that favor deposition from a material stream, precursor gas, weld process or plasma. In order to increase control and accuracy, the material can also be placed while the target area is monitored by a broadband poly-spectral imaging system, which provides dimensional, geometrical, chemical composition, stress and temperature feedback to the computer controlling the process. The local environmental conditions in the deposition area are controlled for magnetic, electric, and acoustic fields as well as for temperature, pressure, flow dynamics, and atmospheric composition. Complex materials can be "written" to match a computer's file of a three dimensional shape with virtually any material composition, surface finish, and geometrical complexity. Discrete components, such as microspheres, optical, electronic or any other components or materials that do not lend themselves to the deposition process, can be inserted and the shape written around them to make them an integral part of the final form. While the system can "write" a three dimensional shape it can also be used to "erase" some or all of a shape. The environmental conditions can also be changed so that material can be removed under computer control so that any corrections or final features can be created including such operations as final polishing or surface finishing. The digital files containing the three dimensional image, environmental and compositional data can be sent to remote locations where the data can be used to write a new three dimensional object.

    Abstract translation: 使用计算机控制的系统可以实现用于在金属,陶瓷,有机物或其任何组合中产生三维固体形式的方法和装置,以产生有利于从材料流,前体气体,焊接工艺或等离子体沉积的局部环境条件。 为了增加控制和准确性,也可以通过宽带多光谱成像系统来监测目标区域,从而为控制过程的计算机提供尺寸,几何,化学组成,应力和温度反馈,从而可以放置材料。 对于磁场,电场和声场以及温度,压力,流动动力学和大气成分,对沉积区域的局部环境条件进行控制。 复杂的材料可以“写成”以匹配计算机的三维形状的文件,几乎具有任何材料组成,表面光洁度和几何复杂性。 可以插入离散组件,例如微球,光学,电子或任何其他不适合沉积过程的组件或材料,并将其写入周围形状,使其成为最终形式的组成部分。 虽然系统可以“写”三维形状,但也可以用于“擦除”一些或全部形状。 环境条件也可以改变,以便在计算机控制下可以去除材料,从而可以创建任何修正或最终特征,包括最终抛光或表面光洁度等操作。 包含三维图像,环境和组成数据的数字文件可以发送到远程位置,在该位置可以使用数据来写入新的三维对象。

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