The base of the manipulator features the proprietary "Dunefeet" anchoring system. This system utilizes wide-stance, pressure-distributing pads that adapt to uneven terrain (sand, gravel, or industrial flooring), ensuring that the torque generated by the 6-scissor array does not destabilize the unit.
The demand for robotic systems capable of lifting heavy payloads while maintaining a high degree of maneuverability has driven recent innovations in mechanism design. Traditional serial manipulators, while dexterous, often suffer from low stiffness and payload capacity due to accumulated joint errors. Conversely, parallel manipulators offer high stiffness but restricted workspaces. The base of the manipulator features the proprietary
This paper proposes a hybrid solution: the Dunefeet Angel Manipulator. Named for its distinctive stabilizing base (the "Dunefeet") and its vertical extension profile (the "Angel"), this system utilizes a 6-scissor actuation architecture. By integrating six individual scissor linkages into a concentric or parallel arrangement, the manipulator achieves omnidirectional stability and significant vertical lift, functioning effectively as a "variable geometry truss." Named for its distinctive stabilizing base (the "Dunefeet")
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