This study investigates the integration of artificial intelligence in robotics assembly systems, focusing on enhancing flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments where the robot might not be given the precis...
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(数字)9798331529734
ISBN:
(纸本)9798331529741
This study investigates the integration of artificial intelligence in robotics assembly systems, focusing on enhancing flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments where the robot might not be given the precise objects of the intended construction. To this end, a developed approach is presented which is based on object detection, similarity assessment, and sequence planning for autonomous construction tasks. The system utilizes a YOLOv8 model for object detection and a Siamese network architecture, which facilitates object replacement. It processes two input images, one representing the target structure and another showing the available objects, extracting attributes such as bounding boxes, centers, and orientations. An exact object-matching step is performed before a two-stage similarity assessment. The two-stage similarity assessment prioritizes single-object matches and employs a multi-object similarity network only when necessary. This multi-stage approach is designed to maintain high similarity to the intended design while minimizing possible object shortcomings. During the construction phase, motion planning is performed using a 3-degrees-of-freedom Delta parallel robot, and a 2-finger gripper is utilized for robotics grasping. The results of this study, conducted on wooden bricks of varying shapes and sizes, demonstrate the effectiveness of the YOLOv8 model for object detection, achieving over 80% accuracy across 18 classes with a classification loss of approximately 0.25. Additionally, the Siamese network performed robustly, with a loss of less than 0.01 for both single and multiple object comparisons.
An advantage of bio-inspired robots is the versatility of their locomotion on a wide range of terrains that conventional robots are not able to traverse. The snake-like robot, which is a mechanism designed to move in ...
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This study investigates the effects of the AC power-frequency operating voltage instantaneous value when lightning strikes to an overhead transmission line (OHTL) on the computed fast-front overvoltages across insulat...
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(数字)9798350355185
ISBN:
(纸本)9798350355192
This study investigates the effects of the AC power-frequency operating voltage instantaneous value when lightning strikes to an overhead transmission line (OHTL) on the computed fast-front overvoltages across insulation, the current flowing through line surge arresters (LSAs), and the energy absorbed by LSAs. The investigation is performed via ATP-EMTP simulations of two typical 150 kV and 400 kV OHTLs with two circuits per tower, equipped with non-gapped line surge arresters (NGLAs). Two NGLA configurations are studied: 3 and 6 NGLAs installed at all towers. Simulation of lightning strikes to phase conductors (shielding failure) and to towers are carried out for negative first return strokes. The tower ground resistance at low current and low frequency is a parameter in simulations; ground resistance values are selected among those commonly encountered in practice. It is found that there is a significant variation of NGLA absorbed energy depending on the power-frequency voltage value at lightning strike time instant. An enhanced variation is observed for the 400 kV OHTL. Hence, the worst-case conditions in terms of power-frequency voltage should be considered for NGLA energy withstand capability selection.
Parallel robots are versatile but challenging to control due to their complex dynamics and the need for precise modeling. This research presents a novel approach to modular control of parallel robots, utilizing reinfo...
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ISBN:
(数字)9798331529734
ISBN:
(纸本)9798331529741
Parallel robots are versatile but challenging to control due to their complex dynamics and the need for precise modeling. This research presents a novel approach to modular control of parallel robots, utilizing reinforcement learning to dynamically assemble and control complex arbitrary systems. By treating each sub chain of a parallel robot as an individual agent, the proposed method offers a flexible and adaptable framework for various control tasks. The study compares the learning performance of different RL algorithms and proposed decision modeling on the tracking control of a five-bar robot with a 55 cm link length, aiming to achieve an error of less than 5 cm in the PyBullet simulator. In single-agent reinforcement learning, three algorithms (DDPG, PPO, and SAC) were employed, with PPO and SAC effectively solving the problem. In multi-agent reinforcement learning, two algorithms (FACMAC and MAPPO) were utilized. While MAPPO successfully learned the problem, FACMAC exhibited difficulties in grasping the problem. The results obtained from comparing the proposed RL algorithms indicated that single-agent RL learns the control problem better and faster than multi-agent reinforcement learning. In short, the paper focuses on formulating an RL solution which can effectively control parallel robots and can potentially be used for pre-training subchains.
Integrated micro power generators are crucial components for micro robotic platforms to demonstrate untethered operation and to achieve autonomy. Current micro robotic electrostatic actuators typically require hundred...
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An automated, vision-guided assembly method is proposed for reconstructing LEGO arrangements using a 3 DOF Delta Parallel Robot with a two-finger gripper. Assembly sequence planning, an NP-complete problem, focuses on...
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ISBN:
(数字)9798331509972
ISBN:
(纸本)9798331509989
An automated, vision-guided assembly method is proposed for reconstructing LEGO arrangements using a 3 DOF Delta Parallel Robot with a two-finger gripper. Assembly sequence planning, an NP-complete problem, focuses on determining the optimal sequence of bricks for constructing a target structure. The complexity increases when robotic con-straints-such as avoiding collisions between the gripper and the partially constructed structure-are integrated into the planning. To address this, the Arrangement Planning Process is introduced, combining target arrangement identification with collision-aware sequence planning. This process includes precise detection techniques that merge instance segmentation with stud detection. Notable innovations include an assembly-by-disassembly algorithm for efficient planning and experimental techniques such as the Safe Approach and the Wiggling Technique for accurate brick placement. By implementing a homing method, positioning accuracy improved approximately twofold compared to previous work. The results demonstrate the feasibility and precision of the proposed method in automated LEGO reconstruction.
Traditional outdoor insulators are made of glass and porcelain. However, although such insulators have been used for many decades, they present some drawbacks. Glass and porcelain insulators seem to be more prone to s...
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III-V photovoltaic devices have demonstrated remarkable performance in many applications, and spalling is a promising technique for reducing device costs by recovering the substrate for reuse. In this study, we invest...
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This paper uses reinforcement learning techniques to introduce a novel approach to the controller design for a wide range of serial chain robots and cable-driven serial chain robots. The method addresses the regulatio...
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Recent restructure and expansion of electric network enabled the end-use customers to participate in local energy markets by managing their consumption/production. In this context, this paper proposes a mathematical a...
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