Safe Force Control of Multirotor Unmanned Aerial Manipulator

Dimitris Chaikalis, Nikolaos Evangeliou, Anthony Tzes, Farshad Khorrami

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Abstract

This article studies the problem of applying normal forces using an underactuated aerial vehicle equipped with a two degree-of-freedom SCARA robotic arm. Given known desired location for force exertion, proper initial configuration for the entire aerial manipulation system is computed. The necessary conditions for generating forces along the desired axis are investigated, resulting in exact solutions for the motion of the aerial vehicle and the robot arm joints. A position controller is devised for the vehicle, guaranteeing desired end-effector pose can be achieved during interaction. For the interest of safety, potential fields are used for the contact surface, such that force interaction can only occur under predefined desired conditions. Simulations are presented to demonstrate the force exertion stability and safe recovery against large disturbances.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2023 21st International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages533-538
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9798350342291
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Event21st International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2023 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Duration: Dec 5 2023Dec 8 2023

Publication series

Name2023 21st International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2023

Conference

Conference21st International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2023
Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
CityAbu Dhabi
Period12/5/2312/8/23

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Control and Optimization

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