Compiler for Printable Robots
This technology finds application in the field of robotics, specifically in customizable personal robots that could be created to tackle everyday tasks by users who are not necessarily technology experts.
Researchers
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systems and methods for compiling robotic assemblies
United States of America | Granted | 10,071,487
Technology
This technology describes a means to create customizable, 3D printed robots with folding structures inspired from Origami, from high level structural specifications. This is done by creating libraries of basic building blocks and pre-designed mechanisms, which can then be connected together to make custom robot assemblies. While technology experts can focus on creating new building blocks, a casual user can printed these out on a 3D printer, and then assemble them using files and instructions generated by the system. The robotic device assembled thus can be controlled via system generated user interface on a smartphone. This disclosure entails several robots that prove the versatility of this approach.
Problem Addressed
While robots have been in use for decades now in commercial and research applications, they have not been adapted well for personal use. Creating a robot typically takes time, effort and infrastructure, which may not be a feasible investment for a casual user.
Advantages
- Enables creation of robots for custom tasks without heavy investment in infrastructure
- Users without high technology expertise can create robots for personal use
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