A. Varadharajan

R2poweR: The Proof-of-Concept of a Backdrivable, High-Ratio Gearbox for Human-Robot Collaboration

Robotic engineers face major challenges to solve the complex actuation needs of Human-Robot Collaboration with existing act robotic gearboxes. Available technologies comprise high-ratio Planetary Gearheads, Cycloid Drives and Harmonic Drives, inherited from conventional industrial robotics. Alternat…