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Modular Track System For Positioning Mobile RobotsConceptual system for positioning mobile robotic manipulators on large main structure includes modular tracks and ancillary structures assembled easily along with main structure. System, called "tracked robotic location system" (TROLS), originally intended for application to platforms in outer space, but TROLS concept might also prove useful on Earth; for example, to position robots in factories and warehouses. T-cross-section rail keeps mobile robot on track. Bar codes mark locations along track. Each robot equipped with bar-code-recognizing circuitry so it quickly finds way to assigned location.
Document ID
19950070351
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Miller, Jeff
(Caltech)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1995
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 19
Issue: 10
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
NPO-19387
Accession Number
95B10530
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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