Mechanical and Empirical Parameter Design on a Multi-wound Differential Pulley Winch for a Wall-Climbing Robot
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DOI: 10.1007/s12541-019-00281-z
Abstract: This paper proposes a novel multi-wound differential pulley winch (MWDPW) component for assisting the ascending/descending operations of a wall climbing robot. The robotic platform enabling rope access in dangerous environments (ROPE RIDE) climbs vertical walls… read more here.
Keywords: pulley; multi wound; winch; wall ... See more keywords
Preventing fatal winch entanglements in the US southern shrimp fleet: A research to practice approach.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jsr.2016.12.007
Abstract: INTRODUCTION During 2000-2011, 35 injuries (8 fatal) involving winches were reported to the Coast Guard in the Southern shrimp fleet. Injuries involving the main winch drums had a higher risk for fatal outcomes compared to… read more here.
Keywords: southern shrimp; winch; approach; shrimp fleet ... See more keywords
Modeling and verification of multi-winding rope winch for facade operation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2020.104105
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents the modeling and verification of a multi-winding rope winch for facade operation. The winch enables a robot to ascend and descend high-rise buildings using synthetic fiber ropes and can easily be… read more here.
Keywords: modeling verification; facade operation; winch; rope ... See more keywords
Miniature, Lightweight, High-Force, Capstan Winch for Mobile Robots
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2022.3192758
Abstract: Actuators that apply tension forces are widely applicable in robotics. In many applications of tensile actuators, a large stroke length, high force, and small, lightweight device are important. For these requirements, the best current solution… read more here.
Keywords: high force; miniature; shaft; force ... See more keywords