18476510. Robot And Control Method For Robot simplified abstract (SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION)

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Robot And Control Method For Robot

Organization Name

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Junki Sakamachi of Matsumoto (JP)

Shunsuke Toshimitsu of Azumino (JP)

Robot And Control Method For Robot - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18476510 titled 'Robot And Control Method For Robot

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a robot with a speed reducer that decelerates rotation of the drive source and transmits the decelerated rotation to the second structure. A load application unit applies a load to the output shaft when the rotational speed of the input shaft is equal to or lower than a predetermined value.

  • First structure
  • Second structure
  • Drive source
  • Speed reducer
  • Load application unit

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in industrial robots, automated machinery, and robotic arms for precise and controlled movements.

Problems Solved

1. Ensures smooth and controlled rotation of the robot components. 2. Prevents damage to the robot due to excessive speed or load.

Benefits

1. Improved precision and accuracy in robotic movements. 2. Enhanced safety for both the robot and its surroundings. 3. Increased efficiency in performing tasks.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimized Robot Speed Reducer Technology for Enhanced Performance

Possible Prior Art

Prior art may include similar speed reducer mechanisms used in industrial machinery and robotic systems.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to existing speed reducer systems in terms of efficiency and reliability?

This article does not provide a direct comparison with existing speed reducer systems, so it is unclear how this technology stacks up against current solutions.

What are the potential maintenance requirements for the speed reducer and load application unit in this robot?

The article does not address the maintenance needs of the speed reducer and load application unit, leaving a gap in understanding the long-term upkeep of this technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

A robot includes: a first structure; a second structure provided rotatably relatively to the first structure; a drive source that is arranged at the first structure and drives the second structure to rotate relatively to the first structure; a speed reducer that has an input shaft coupled to the drive source, an output shaft coupled to the second structure, and a gear unit installed between the input shaft and the output shaft, and that decelerates rotation of the drive source and transmits the decelerated rotation to the second structure; and a load application unit that applies a load to the output shaft when a rotational speed of the input shaft is equal to or lower than a predetermined value.