June 2, 2015 at 12:30The robot moves the weights, independently choosing a method (video)
The payload of a particular robot is usually clearly defined: a number indicates that it can lift, move or carry with its mass and the technologies used. A man can cheat by changing his position and the direction of movement of the load. Researchers from the University of Tokyo decided to help the robots with cheating and taught him to test different ways of applying force.
When a person moves a heavy box, he can rest against his shoulder, with two hands or his back, pushing the load with his feet. The process is hindered by friction and the presence of a cart or wheels helps. Therefore, a person will use different methods until he finds the optimal one taking into account the development of certain muscle groups and masses.
HRP-2 robot taughtact as well. He approaches the load, begins to push it. If it does not work out, then the robot applies the other positions one by one until it finds the best one in terms of energy consumption. The robot increases or decreases the step size if necessary.
When a person moves a heavy box, he can rest against his shoulder, with two hands or his back, pushing the load with his feet. The process is hindered by friction and the presence of a cart or wheels helps. Therefore, a person will use different methods until he finds the optimal one taking into account the development of certain muscle groups and masses.
HRP-2 robot taughtact as well. He approaches the load, begins to push it. If it does not work out, then the robot applies the other positions one by one until it finds the best one in terms of energy consumption. The robot increases or decreases the step size if necessary.
