Robotic apparatuses, systems and methods

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Specific application – apparatus or process – Robot control

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C700S257000, C700S258000, C104S138100, C104S139000, C310S180000, C310S090500

Reexamination Certificate

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07099746

ABSTRACT:
A mobile device for traversing a ferromagnetic surface. The device includes a frame and at least one surface contacting device attached to the frame. The device also includes a Halbach magnet array attached to the frame, wherein the Halbach magnet array provides a magnetic force to maintain the surface contacting device substantially into contact with the ferromagnetic surface.

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