ModLock

by mppicsCKbot, Flying Devices, Quick Change, Uncategorized, Willow GaragePosted on Comments are Disabled

Connection mechanisms are critical to modular reconfigurable systems. The ModLock manual connection system is both fast to attach/detach and strong. This low cost, low profile connection system has been demonstrated on a variety of robot configurations including legged walkers, flying quadrotors and wheeled robots.

Quick Change End Effector

by jsastraQuick Change, Uncategorized, Willow GaragePosted on Comments are Disabled

This prototype allows PR2 to change end-effectors on his own. He could trade in his hand for a different gripper, a screwdriver, or even a sensor such as a camera. The quick release mechanism makes it easy for him to attach and detach and it also features electrical connections to transfer power and communication.