Robonaut 2 ( R2 ), The First Humanoid Robot Go to Space

Robonaut 2

Robonaut 2 ( R2 ) is the first humanoid robot in space. Robonaut 2 is developed by collabaration of Nasa and GM. Robonaut target is to help humans perform their jobs on earth or on Space ( ISS - International Space Station ). 

Robonaut 2 delivered to space through Mission STS-133 was launched into space on february 24th, 2011.

Adaptive Gripper

The robotic gripper that adapts to all parts, simply.

Robotiq is developed by Quebec company. Robotiq is very interesting robotic gripper that can adapt to various types of objects. 

How it works

• 3 articulated fingers and 4 grasping modes to pick a wide variety of sizes and shapes.
• Send simple open-close commands and let the gripper adapts to any geometry.
• Control the closing speed, force, do partial closing / opening.
• Receive grip detection feedback from the gripper.
• Embedded gripper controller communicating with the robot controller over Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU, DeviceNet or EtherCAT. Program from the teach pendant.
• Electric gripper, comes with the mechanical mount for your robot. Has two connectors on the side for 24V power supply and communication.

Humanoid Robot SILF H2

Robo Cup 2004

Robo Cup 2003

Katsuhisa Ito is a hobbyist who has been creating small robots since 1992. Roughly 10 years later, he got around to building his dream project – his own humanoid – whenever he had the time and money to work on it. Before building SILF H2, Katsuhisa Ito has been creating many small robots, SILF H1 and then SILF H2.

Robot Arm Torque Tutorial

The equations used in the calculator to determine the torque required at any given lifting joint (raising the arm vertically) in a robotic arm are presented here. Note that the term "actuator" is used rather than motor because not all robotic arms necessarily use servo motors (some may use pneumatics, hydraulics, etc.). 

Torque (T) is defined as a turning or twisting “force” and is calculated using the following relation:



The force (F) acts at a length (L) from a pivot point. In a vertical plane, the force acting on an object (causing it to fall) is the acceleration due to gravity (g = 9.81m/s²) multiplied by its mass:

Arduino Tutorial for Beginner

The Arduino website offers free resources and tutorials as well as a language reference to help you understand the code and syntax. In order to get started, you will at the very minimum need an Arduino board. Note that all the Arduino (and most of the clone boards) can use the Arduino software. If you are unsure what hardware to get, the Arduino USB is currently the most popular model

Windows Connection and Setup

Hardware: none

1. Go to www.arduino.cc to download the latest version of the Arduino software (Direct link:http://arduino.cc/en/Main/Software and select your operating system; in this case we are using Windows)
2. Save the ZIP file to your desktop (you can move or delete it later)
3. Create a new folder called “Arduino” under “Program Files”. To do this, go to “My computer” -> “C:” (or the drive where the operating system is installed) -> “Program Files”, then left click once on “program Files” folder, then select “New”->”Folder” from the main Explorer menu.
4. Extract the entire ZIP folder to this new “Arduino” folder
5. To run the Arduino software, open Windows Explorer by pressing the windows key (usually between the Ctrl and Alt keys on your keyboard) and the ‘E’ character at the same time (there are other ways to access explorer as well).
6. Go to “My computer” -> “C:” (or the drive where the operating system is installed) -> “Program Files” -> “Arduino” In this folder you will see an executable file (Blue colored icon), you can left click (once) and then right click and select “send to” -> Desktop (create shortcut) to have Arduino more easily accessible.
7. Double click the icon to start the software. The Arduino Software is ready to use.

Miraikan, The National Science Museum, The real biped robot Exhibition

Here in Odaiba Miraikan. The National Science Museum, tells us clearly the results of research  in a variety of attractions and the latest scientific knowledge, From  young children to the elderly, anyone who is a popular spot to enjoy. Speaking of the permanent exhibition of this popular event, so The real biped robot by Honda's Asimo, The robotic stage.