Manipulation of objects using robot - controlling robot according to signals obtained by scanning of object model movement which is carried out without making contact with it

摘要

The imaging of a not directly observable object is carried out by a video camera and a monitor at the place of the model (40) to be handled. The object is observed using more than one video camera with associated monitor. The unit for manipulating of objects using a robot includes a model (40) of the object to be handled, a scanning unit (42) for scanning the movement of the model, for producing scanning signals and a control unit (48) for controlling the robot (28) according to the scanning signals. USE/ADVANTAGE - For manipulating objects in hazardous and harsh environment, e.g. for repairing underground drain pipes.