ROBOT FOR GRIPPING AN OBJECT USING DUAL FINGERS AND OBJECT GRIP METHOD THEREOF

Smart overview of the Invention

The invention introduces a robot with dual fingers designed to grip objects. Each finger is equipped with a contact part, a light emitter, a camera, and a polarization filter. The polarization filters can alter the direction of light polarization based on applied voltage, which is crucial for the robot's ability to detect and grip objects effectively. The robot's processor coordinates these components to identify objects and control the fingers' movements.

Technical Components

The robot's fingers have specific components that work together to facilitate object gripping. Each finger includes:

• A light emitter that directs light towards the contact part.
• A camera that captures images of the contact part.
• A polarization filter that adjusts light polarization direction.

The polarization filters are set perpendicular to each other, enhancing the robot's ability to detect objects by analyzing the captured images.

Processor Functionality

The processor is central to the robot's operation, managing the components of both fingers and the driver that moves them. It captures images using the cameras and adjusts the light emitters and polarization filters as needed. Upon detecting an object between the contact parts, the processor instructs the fingers to grip the object, maintaining a specific range between the distances of each finger to the object.

Control Method

The robot employs a method where the processor activates or deactivates components to optimize object detection. It ensures that the light emitters and polarization filters are appropriately engaged or disengaged to capture accurate images. The method also involves calculating the distance of each finger from the object to ensure precise gripping.

Advanced Features

Each contact part includes markers that assist in object detection by the processor. The robot can adjust its grip based on real-time feedback from these markers, allowing for dynamic interaction with objects. The processor can activate light emitters and polarization filters selectively to enhance detection accuracy, ensuring effective object handling.