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NASA NTRS · 19910000431

Robot Grasps Rotating Object

Abstract

Experimental robotic system semiautomatically grasps rotating object, stops rotation, and pulls object to rest in fixture. Based on combination of advanced techniques for sensing and control, constructed to test concepts for robotic recapture of spinning artificial satellites. Potential terrestrial applications for technology developed with help of system includes tracking and grasping of industrial parts on conveyor belts, tracking of vehicles and animals, and soft grasping of moving objects in general.

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Wilcox, Brian H., Tso, Kam S., Litwin, Todd E., Hayati, Samad A., Bon, Bruce B.. 1991-09-01. Robot Grasps Rotating Object. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19910000431

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