Open AccessAutomatic planning and programming for robotic construction of planetary/lunar structures
Author(s) -
P.T. Boissiere
Publication year - 1997
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.2172/468612
Subject(s) - safer , remote control , robot , systems engineering , computer science , remote operation , engineering , human–computer interaction , artificial intelligence , operating system , telecommunications , computer security
Many difficult material handling needs exist in remote unstructured environments. Currently these operations are accomplished using personnel in direct contact with the hazards. A safe and cost-effective alternative to this approach is the use of intelligent robotic systems for the excavation, handling, transport and manipulation of materials during remote construction operations. A robotic system designed for these tasks has been developed at Sandia National Laboratories which successfully integrates computer controlled manipulation and mobility to deliver these needed robotic capabilities in remote applications such as planetary operations. The mobile robot, RETRVIR, incorporates advanced developments in the integration of sensors, advanced computing environments, and graphical user interfaces. The addition of these elements in the control of remotely operated equipment have shown great promise for reducing the cost of remote construction while providing faster and safer operations