View source for 20240033926. METHODS FOR SELECTING A PATH OF A MULTI-COMPONENT END EFFECTOR ALONG A SURFACE, ROBOTS THAT PERFORM THE METHODS, AND STORAGE MEDIA THAT DIRECTS ROBOTS TO PERFORM simplified abstract (The Boeing Company)

=METHODS FOR SELECTING A PATH OF A MULTI-COMPONENT END EFFECTOR ALONG A SURFACE, ROBOTS THAT PERFORM THE METHODS, AND STORAGE MEDIA THAT DIRECTS ROBOTS TO PERFORM=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:The Boeing Company|The Boeing Company]]


[[Category:The Boeing Company]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Willaredt Hardy of San Francisco CA (US)|Willaredt Hardy of San Francisco CA (US)]][[Category:Willaredt Hardy of San Francisco CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Anthony W. Baker of Gilbertsville PA (US)|Anthony W. Baker of Gilbertsville PA (US)]][[Category:Anthony W. Baker of Gilbertsville PA (US)]]

==METHODS FOR SELECTING A PATH OF A MULTI-COMPONENT END EFFECTOR ALONG A SURFACE, ROBOTS THAT PERFORM THE METHODS, AND STORAGE MEDIA THAT DIRECTS ROBOTS TO PERFORM - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240033926 titled 'METHODS FOR SELECTING A PATH OF A MULTI-COMPONENT END EFFECTOR ALONG A SURFACE, ROBOTS THAT PERFORM THE METHODS, AND STORAGE MEDIA THAT DIRECTS ROBOTS TO PERFORM

==Simplified Explanation==

The patent application describes methods for selecting a path of a multi-component end effector along a surface. The end effector is attached to a robot that can move it along the surface on a continuous tool centerpoint path (TCP). The end effector consists of multiple elements that can move relative to each other.

The method involves providing a discretized TCP with spaced-apart waypoints along the continuous TCP. It also includes determining a plurality of distance heuristics and updating them to define updated distance heuristics. The path of the end effector along the surface is then selected based on these updated distance heuristics.

* The patent application describes methods for selecting a path for a multi-component end effector attached to a robot.
* The end effector can move along a surface on a continuous tool centerpoint path.
* The end effector consists of multiple elements that can move relative to each other.
* The method involves providing a discretized TCP with spaced-apart waypoints.
* Multiple distance heuristics are determined and updated to define updated distance heuristics.
* The path of the end effector along the surface is selected based on these updated distance heuristics.

Potential applications of this technology:

* Industrial automation: This technology can be used in manufacturing processes where robots with multi-component end effectors need to move along surfaces with precision.
* Material handling: Robots equipped with multi-component end effectors can use this technology to efficiently and accurately move objects along surfaces.
* Assembly line operations: This technology can be applied in assembly line operations where robots need to perform complex movements along surfaces.

Problems solved by this technology:

* Path selection: The methods described in the patent application solve the problem of selecting the optimal path for a multi-component end effector along a surface.
* Precision and efficiency: By using updated distance heuristics, the technology ensures that the end effector moves with precision and efficiency along the surface.

Benefits of this technology:

* Improved productivity: The methods described in the patent application can enhance the productivity of robots by enabling them to efficiently and accurately move along surfaces.
* Increased flexibility: Robots equipped with multi-component end effectors can perform a wider range of tasks with the ability to move along surfaces in a controlled manner.
* Cost savings: By optimizing the path selection process, this technology can help reduce errors and minimize wasted time and resources.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

methods for selecting a path of a multi-component end effector along a surface, robots that perform the methods, and storage media that directs robots to perform the methods. the multi-component end effector is attached to a robot, which is configured to move the multi-component end effector along the surface on a continuous tool centerpoint path (tcp). the multi-component end effector includes a plurality of end effector elements configured to move relative to one another. the method includes providing a discretized tcp that includes a plurality of spaced-apart waypoints along the continuous tcp. the method also includes determining a plurality of distance heuristics. the method further includes updating the plurality of distance heuristics to define a plurality of updated distance heuristics. the method also includes selecting the path of the multi-component end effector along the surface based upon the plurality of updated distance heuristics.



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