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Real-time planner for multi-segment continuum manipulator in dynamic environments

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Abstract

In this paper, a potential-field-based real-time path planning algorithm for a multi-segment continuum manipulator is proposed. This planner is employed to enable a continuum-style manipulator to move autonomously in dynamic environments in real-time. The classic potential field method is modified to make it applicable for a kinematics model based on the constant-curvature assumption. The contribution of this paper lies in the design of a novel potential field in the actuator space satisfying the mechanical constraints of the manipulator. The planning algorithm is tested and validated in real-time simulation for a 3 segments continuum manipulator. Preliminary tests for a tendon-driven single-segment continuum manipulator prototype confirm the performance of the proposed planner.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, ICRA 2016
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages4080-4085
Number of pages6
Volume2016-June
ISBN (Electronic)9781467380263
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 8 Jun 2016
Event2016 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, ICRA 2016 - Stockholm, Sweden
Duration: 16 May 201621 May 2016

Conference

Conference2016 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, ICRA 2016
Country/TerritorySweden
CityStockholm
Period16/05/201621/05/2016

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