Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Specific application – apparatus or process – Robot control
Reexamination Certificate
2010-04-07
2011-11-15
Black, Thomas (Department: 3661)
Data processing: generic control systems or specific application
Specific application, apparatus or process
Robot control
C180S022000, C073S865800, C405S184100, C405S184200, C405S184300, C138S097000, C700S245000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08060257
ABSTRACT:
Systems, methods and devices for the remote control of a robot which incorporates interchangeable tool heads. Although applicable to many different industries, the core structure of the system includes a robot with a tool head interface for mechanically, electrically and operatively interconnecting a plurality of interchangeable tool heads to perform various work functions. The robot and tool head may include several levels of digital feedback (local, remote and wide area) depending on the application. The systems include a single umbilical cord to send power, air, and communications signals between the robot and a remote computer. Additionally, all communication (including video) is preferably sent in a digital format. Finally, a GUI running on the remote computer automatically queries and identifies all of the various devices on the network and automatically configures its user options to parallel the installed devices. Systems according to the preferred embodiments find particular application in the pipeline arts. For example, interchangeable tool heads may be designed to facilitate inspection, debris clearing, cleaning, relining, lateral cutting after relining, mapping, and various other common pipeline-related tasks.
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