CHENGDU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (20240242377). POSE ESTIMATION APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ROBOTIC ARM TO GRASP TARGET BASED ON MONOCULAR INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING VISION simplified abstract
POSE ESTIMATION APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ROBOTIC ARM TO GRASP TARGET BASED ON MONOCULAR INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING VISION
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CHENGDU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
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POSE ESTIMATION APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ROBOTIC ARM TO GRASP TARGET BASED ON MONOCULAR INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING VISION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240242377 titled 'POSE ESTIMATION APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ROBOTIC ARM TO GRASP TARGET BASED ON MONOCULAR INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING VISION
The present disclosure pertains to the field of artificial intelligence and introduces a pose estimation apparatus and method for a robotic arm to grasp a target using monocular infrared thermal imaging vision. The apparatus is designed for specialized robots working in challenging environments such as smoke, combustion, and explosions.
- Monocular infrared thermal imaging camera for temperature-based imaging
- Laser ranging module for measuring target distance
- Edge computing platform for algorithm processing
- Embedded processor for motion control of the robotic arm
- Lightweight design and high work efficiency
- Potential Applications:**
- Industrial automation - Search and rescue operations - Hazardous environment exploration
- Problems Solved:**
- Enhances robotic arm precision in challenging environments - Improves efficiency in target grasping tasks
- Benefits:**
- Increased safety in hazardous environments - Enhanced accuracy in target acquisition - Streamlined robotic arm operations
- Commercial Applications:**
Title: "Enhancing Robotic Arm Efficiency in Challenging Environments" This technology can be utilized in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and emergency response for improved task performance and safety measures.
- Prior Art:**
Readers can explore prior research on robotic arm pose estimation and thermal imaging technologies in industrial and robotic applications.
- Frequently Updated Research:**
Stay updated on advancements in robotic arm technology, thermal imaging, and artificial intelligence integration for enhanced robotic operations.
- Questions about Robotic Arm Pose Estimation with Infrared Thermal Imaging:**
1. How does the monocular infrared thermal imaging camera improve target acquisition in challenging environments? 2. What are the key advantages of using an edge computing platform for algorithm processing in robotic arm operations?
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure belongs to the technical field of artificial intelligence, and provides a pose estimation apparatus and method for a robotic arm to grasp a target based on monocular infrared thermal imaging vision. the present disclosure provides a pose estimation apparatus for automatically grasping a target using a robotic arm of a specialized robot, which includes a monocular infrared thermal imaging camera, a laser ranging module, an edge computing platform, and an embedded processor. the monocular infrared thermal imaging camera can perform imaging based on a temperature difference between a target and an environment in smoke, combustion, and explosion environments in which a specialized robot works. the laser ranging module can assist in measuring a distance of a to-be-grasped target. an algorithm process in the present disclosure is deployed on the edge computing platform. the embedded processor completes motion control of a robotic arm. the apparatus is characterized by a lightweight design and high work efficiency, and is suitable for being mounted on a specialized robot platform.
