
1. Platform
a. Current
The SMART platform is a modified Foster-Miller Lemming. The
computing, sensing and communication elements have been removed and replaced with
configurable and programmable COTS equipment. An electronics enclosure was added to
increase the available area for components. It also acts as a base designed to interface
with modular sensor units. While the current platform operates at only a walking pace
and has a large vibration and noise signature due to its metallic gearing, future iterations
of the platform will include motor and gearing options to enhance performance as well as
belt drives to reduce inherent vibrations and noise.
Figure 3. Bender in a developmental stage
b. Communication
Communication with the SMART robot is handled via an internet
interface using sockets and IP addressing. A client JAVA application establishes sockets
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