公开(公告)号：US07142947B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-28

申请号：US10913623

申请日：2004-08-06

Applicant: Yulun Wang ,  Keith Phillip Laby ,  Charles S. Jordan ,  Steven Edward Butner ,  Jonathan Southard

Inventor： Yulun Wang ,  Keith Phillip Laby ,  Charles S. Jordan ,  Steven Edward Butner ,  Jonathan Southard

IPC: G05B15/00 ,  G05B19/00

CPC classification number: G06F19/3418 ,  B25J5/007 ,  B25J9/0003 ,  B25J9/1602 ,  B25J9/162 ,  B25J9/163 ,  B25J9/1633 ,  B25J9/1689 ,  B25J9/1692 ,  B25J11/0005 ,  B25J19/022 ,  B25J19/023 ,  G05D1/0038 ,  G05D1/0225 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  G05D2201/0211 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3456 ,  G16H10/60 ,  H04N7/142 ,  H04N7/185

Abstract: A method for monitoring a patient with a robotic system that includes a remote controlled robot. The robot may include a camera, a monitor and a holonomic platform all attached to a robot housing. The robot may be controlled by a remote control station that also has a camera and a monitor. The remote control station may be linked to a base station that is wirelessly coupled to the robot. The cameras and monitors allow a care giver at the remote location to monitor and care for a patient through the robot. The holonomic platform allows the robot to move about a home or facility to locate and/or follow a patient.

Abstract translation: 一种用于利用包括遥控机器人的机器人系统来监测患者的方法。 机器人可以包括相机，监视器和全部连接到机器人壳体的完整平台。 机器人可以由也具有相机和监视器的远程控制台控制。 远程控制站可以链接到无线地耦合到机器人的基站。 照相机和监视器允许远程位置的护理人员通过机器人监视和照顾病人。 整体平台允许机器人围绕家庭或设施移动以定位和/或跟随患者。

公开(公告)号：US07096090B1

公开(公告)日：2006-08-22

申请号：US10700240

申请日：2003-11-03

Applicant: Stephen Eliot Zweig

Inventor： Stephen Eliot Zweig

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G05D1/0022 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  G05D2201/0209

Abstract: The invention is a computerized mobile robotic router with an onboard internet web server, and a capability of establishing a first connection to a remote web browser on the internet for robotic control purposes, and a capability of establishing a second short range bi-directional digital radio connection to one or more nearby computerized digital radio equipped computers or devices external to the robot. The short-range bi-directional digital radio connection will typically have a maximum range of about 300 feet. In a preferred embodiment, this short-range wireless digital connection will use the 2.4 gHz band and digital protocols following the IEEE 802.11, 802.15, or other digital communications protocol. By employing the proper set of external short-range digital radio devices capable of interfacing with the robot (such as sensors, mechanical actuators, appliances, and the like), a remote user on the internet may direct the robot to move within range of the external devices or computers, and connect these devices or computers to the internet.

Abstract translation: 本发明是具有车载互联网网络服务器的计算机化移动机器人路由器，以及建立与因特网上的远程web浏览器的第一连接用于机器人控制目的的能力，以及建立第二短距离双向数字无线电 连接到一个或多个附近的计算机化的数字无线电设备的计算机或机器人外部的设备。 短距离双向数字无线电连接通常具有约300英尺的最大范围。 在优选实施例中，该短距离无线数字连接将使用遵循IEEE 802.11，802.15或其它数字通信协议的2.4GHz频带和数字协议。 通过使用能够与机器人（例如传感器，机械致动器，电器等）接口的适当的外部短距离数字无线电设备的组合，因特网上的远程用户可以引导机器人在 外部设备或计算机，并将这些设备或计算机连接到互联网。

公开(公告)号：US20060013469A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-19

申请号：US10890891

申请日：2004-07-13

Applicant: Yulun Wang ,  Charles Jordan ,  Keith Laby ,  Jonathan Southard ,  Marco Pinter ,  Brian Miller

Inventor： Yulun Wang ,  Charles Jordan ,  Keith Laby ,  Jonathan Southard ,  Marco Pinter ,  Brian Miller

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G05D1/0038 ,  A61B34/30 ,  A61B34/70 ,  B25J5/007 ,  B25J11/009 ,  B25J13/02 ,  B25J19/023 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  G06F3/033 ,  Y10S901/01

Abstract: A robotic system that includes a mobile robot and a remote input device. The input device may be a joystick that is used to move a camera and a mobile platform of the robot. The system may operate in a mode where the mobile platform moves in a camera reference coordinate system. The camera reference coordinate system is fixed to a viewing image provided by the camera so that movement of the robot corresponds to a direction viewed on a screen. This prevents disorientation during movement of the robot if the camera is panned across a viewing area.

公开(公告)号：US06895305B2

公开(公告)日：2005-05-17

申请号：US10085821

申请日：2002-02-27

Applicant: Corinna E. Lathan ,  Michael R. Tracey ,  Jack M. Vice ,  Allison Druin ,  Catherine Plaisant

Inventor： Corinna E. Lathan ,  Michael R. Tracey ,  Jack M. Vice ,  Allison Druin ,  Catherine Plaisant

IPC: A63H11/00 ,  A61H1/00 ,  B25J3/00 ,  B25J5/00 ,  B25J13/00 ,  G05D1/00 ,  G05D1/02 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: A63F13/212 ,  A63F13/00 ,  A63F13/211 ,  A63F2300/1012 ,  A63F2300/105 ,  A63F2300/302 ,  A63F2300/6009 ,  A63F2300/6027 ,  B25J13/08 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/0033 ,  G05D1/028 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06F19/3481

Abstract: A robotic apparatus and system adapted to communicate with a wireless sensor. The apparatus may be either physical or virtual in nature and is adapted to communicate physical movements with a wireless sensor. Data received from the sensor and/or robotic apparatus may be reviewed in a real-time mode, or may be saved for review at a later time. In addition, the apparatus may be controlled through an operator that is in local or remote communication with the apparatus. The robotic system may include pre-programmed interactive platforms for enabling communication between a user and the apparatus in a dynamic mode. In addition, the system may allow an operator to program a game/story for use as an interactive platform. Accordingly, the apparatus and system provides a platform for rehabilitative exercise of a patient as well as an entertainment device.

Abstract translation: 适于与无线传感器通信的机器人装置和系统。 该装置本质上可以是物理的或虚拟的，并且适于与无线传感器通信物理运动。 从传感器和/或机器人装置接收的数据可以以实时模式进行检查，或者可以在以后的时间被保存以进行审查。 此外，可以通过与设备本地或远程通信的操作者来控制设备。 机器人系统可以包括预编程的交互式平台，用于在动态模式下实现用户与设备之间的通信。 此外，系统可以允许操作者编程用作交互式平台的游戏/故事。 因此，该装置和系统为患者和娱乐装置的康复训练提供平台。

公开(公告)号：US20050021183A1

公开(公告)日：2005-01-27

申请号：US10913648

申请日：2004-08-06

Applicant: Yulun Wang ,  Keith Laby ,  Charles Jordan ,  Steven Butner ,  Jonathan Southard

Inventor： Yulun Wang ,  Keith Laby ,  Charles Jordan ,  Steven Butner ,  Jonathan Southard

IPC: B25J5/00 ,  B25J9/00 ,  G05B20060101 ,  G05B1/00 ,  G06F11/00 ,  G06F15/00 ,  G06F17/00 ,  H04N7/18 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G06F19/3418 ,  B25J5/007 ,  B25J9/0003 ,  B25J9/1602 ,  B25J9/162 ,  B25J9/163 ,  B25J9/1633 ,  B25J9/1689 ,  B25J9/1692 ,  B25J11/0005 ,  B25J19/022 ,  B25J19/023 ,  G05D1/0038 ,  G05D1/0225 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  G05D2201/0211 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3456 ,  G16H10/60 ,  H04N7/142 ,  H04N7/185

Abstract: A robotic system that includes a remote controlled robot. The robot may include a camera, a monitor and a holonomic platform all attached to a robot housing. The robot may be controlled by a remote control station that also has a camera and a monitor. The remote control station may be linked to a base station that is wirelessly coupled to the robot. The cameras and monitors allow a care giver at the remote location to monitor and care for a patient through the robot. The holonomic platform allows the robot to move about a home or facility to locate and/or follow a patient.

公开(公告)号：US20040093650A1

公开(公告)日：2004-05-13

申请号：US10433434

申请日：2003-11-10

Inventor： G?ouml;sta Martins ,  Mats Hallgren ,  Giovanni C Pettinaro ,  J?ouml;rgen Bergmark

IPC: B25J009/16

CPC classification number: G05D1/0225 ,  B25J5/007 ,  B25J9/08 ,  B25J19/026 ,  B60L2220/46 ,  G05D1/0246 ,  G05D1/0255 ,  G05D1/0274 ,  G05D1/028 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  G05D2201/0211 ,  G05D2201/0215 ,  Y02T90/16

Abstract: A mobile robot system for performing a plurality of separate operations comprising at least one autonomous wheeled mobile robot (1) having at least one wheel-driving motor, an on-board computer; means for navigation, orientation, and maneuvering in an environment with moving obstacles; a sensor system; and a wireless communication system for receiving and sending signals.

Abstract translation: 一种用于执行多个单独操作的移动机器人系统，包括至少一个具有至少一个车轮驱动电动机，车载计算机的自动轮式移动机器人（1） 在具有移动障碍的环境中进行导航，导向和操纵的手段; 传感器系统; 以及用于接收和发送信号的无线通信系统。

公开(公告)号：US20040066917A1

公开(公告)日：2004-04-08

申请号：US10648190

申请日：2003-08-27

Applicant: Fujitsu Limited

Inventor： Yusuke Yasukawa ,  Hirohiko Fukuya

IPC: H04M001/64 ,  H04M011/04

CPC classification number: B25J9/0003 ,  B25J19/0008 ,  B25J19/02 ,  G05D1/0255 ,  G05D2201/0206 ,  H04M11/04

Abstract: A robot of the present invention moves to a place where a user is, in response to the voice of the user who is calling the robot. Then, when the user presses a switch, the robot recognizes that the user desires to send an urgent call and dials a pre-registered telephone number for sending urgent calls. When a receiver responds, the robot reads out and delivers a predetermined message to the receiver as a voice message, and switches the telephone to the handfree state so that the user can talk without holding the telephone.

Abstract translation: 响应于呼叫机器人的用户的声音，本发明的机器人移动到用户所在的地方。 然后，当用户按下开关时，机器人识别出用户希望发送紧急呼叫并拨打预先注册的电话号码以发送紧急呼叫。 当接收机响应时，机器人作为语音消息读出并向接收机传送预定的消息，并将电话切换到免提状态，使得用户可以在不持有电话的情况下进行通话。

公开(公告)号：US06504610B1

公开(公告)日：2003-01-07

申请号：US09355055

申请日：1999-07-22

Applicant: Rudolf Bauer ,  Björn Magnussen

Inventor： Rudolf Bauer ,  Björn Magnussen

IPC: G01B1100

CPC classification number: G05D1/0225 ,  G01B11/272 ,  G01S1/70 ,  G01S3/784 ,  G01S5/16 ,  G05D1/0234 ,  G05D1/0236 ,  G05D1/0242 ,  G05D2201/0203 ,  G05D2201/0206

Abstract: A system and a method for positioning an autonomous mobile unit for docking, wherein a slot-shaped light beam which stands perpendicular to the drive surface of the unit is provided, which beam is emitted by a docking device, and position-sensitive detectors for this light beam are present on the unit, these being arranged parallel to the drive surface of the unit. With the aid of the light beam and of the detectors, the precise rotation (beta) of the unit relative to the docking device can be determined, whereby the unit learns its approximate configuration in space by means of ultrasound or odometry measurements. With this guidance, the unit can dock very precisely at a docking device in order to be able to take on goods or to drive into a garage, for example. Position-sensitive detectors, or photodiodes are provided as receptors for the light beam. The present invention preferably can be used in household robots or in industrial cleaning robots.

Abstract translation: 一种用于定位用于对接的自主移动单元的系统和方法，其中提供垂直于所述单元的驱动表面垂直的槽形光束，所述波束由对接装置发射，并且位置敏感检测器用于该 光束存在于该单元上，这些平行于该单元的驱动表面。 借助于光束和检测器，可以确定单元相对于对接装置的精确旋转（β），由此该单元通过超声或测距测量来了解其在空间中的近似配置。 通过这种指导，该设备可以非常准确地对接在一个对接设备上，以便能够接收货物或者进入车库。 位置敏感检测器或光电二极管被提供作为光束的受体。 本发明优选可用于家用机器人或工业清洁机器人。

公开(公告)号：US6135228A

公开(公告)日：2000-10-24

申请号：US840522

申请日：1997-04-21

Applicant: Haruhiko H. Asada ,  Stephen Mascaro ,  Joseph Spano

Inventor： Haruhiko H. Asada ,  Stephen Mascaro ,  Joseph Spano

IPC: A61G5/00 ,  A61G5/04 ,  A61G5/10 ,  A61G7/053 ,  B62D1/22

CPC classification number: A61G7/053 ,  A61G5/046 ,  A61G5/1002 ,  A61G7/165 ,  G05D1/0225 ,  G05D1/0272 ,  A61G2203/723 ,  G05B2219/39349 ,  G05B2219/40032 ,  G05D2201/0206

Abstract: A hybrid personal vehicle capable of holonomic omni-directional self-locomotion. The vehicle may be programmed to navigate to a specified location in a crowded household environment. Additionally, sensors are provided for accurate docking and tight mating with fixtures such as a toilet or bed. A controller determines a docking trajectory to a specified fixture and behaves with arbitrary stiffness in each degree of freedom about a determined center of compliance.

Abstract translation: 一种混合型个人车辆，能够完全全方位自行运动。 车辆可以被编程以在拥挤的家庭环境中导航到指定位置。 另外，传感器被提供用于精确的对接和与诸如马桶或床的固定装置的紧密配合。 控制器确定到指定的夹具的对接轨迹，并且在关于确定的柔量中心的每个自由度中以任意的刚度表现。

公开(公告)号：US4935949A

公开(公告)日：1990-06-19

申请号：US251223

申请日：1988-07-22

Applicant: Kenjiro Fujita ,  Masahiko Hasumi ,  Ryo Takahashi

Inventor： Kenjiro Fujita ,  Masahiko Hasumi ,  Ryo Takahashi

IPC: A61B6/00 ,  A61B6/03 ,  B62D1/28 ,  G01N23/04 ,  G05D1/00 ,  G05D1/02

CPC classification number: A61B6/035 ,  A61B6/4405 ,  B62D1/28 ,  G05D1/0072 ,  G05D1/0244 ,  G05D1/0272 ,  G05D1/0265 ,  G05D2201/0206

Abstract: A gantry for computerized tomographs that can be freely moved up to or away from a patient on an operating table has been developed. It consists of a gantry main body (1) and mobile trolley section (2) that runs along a guideline formed on the floor with the gantry mounted.