Abstract
A drive train optimization method for design of light-weight robots is proposed. Optimal selections of motors and gearboxes from a limited catalog of commercially available components are done simultaneously for all joints of a robotic arm. Characteristics of the motor and gearbox, including gear ratio, gear inertia, motor inertia, and gear efficiency, are considered in the drive train modeling. A co-simulation method is developed for dynamic simulation of the arm. A design example is included to demonstrate the proposed design optimization method.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Mechatronics |
Vol/bind | 21 |
Udgave nummer | 3 |
Sider (fra-til) | 560-569 |
Antal sider | 10 |
ISSN | 0957-4158 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - apr. 2011 |