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New Sensor Device to Accurately Measure Cable Tension in Cable-Driven Parallel Robots.

Guillermo Rubio-Gómez¹, Sergio Juárez-Pérez¹, Antonio Gonzalez-Rodríguez¹

¹School of Industrial and Aerospace Engineering, University of Castilla-La Mancha, 45071 Toledo, Spain.

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Summary

This study introduces a novel strain gauge device for accurately measuring cable tension in cable-driven parallel robots. The new sensor offers high repeatability and linearity, crucial for advanced robot control.

Keywords:

cable-driven parallel robots strain gauges tension measurement

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Instrumentation

Background:

Cable-driven parallel robots (CDPRs) offer unique advantages but require complex control.
Accurate cable tension measurement is vital for CDPR control algorithms.
Existing tension measurement methods involve trade-offs between complexity and accuracy.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and present a new, accurate, and easily mountable device for measuring cable tension in CDPRs.
To overcome limitations of existing tension measurement techniques.
To provide a reliable sensor for enhancing CDPR control.

Main Methods:

A novel tension measurement device utilizing strain gauges was designed.
The device is specifically adapted for application in cable-driven parallel robots.
The sensor is mounted near the fixed frame to allow free cable movement and measure tension before guiding pulleys.

Main Results:

The developed strain gauge device demonstrates strong repeatability in measurements.
The device exhibits excellent linearity, indicating reliable tension readings.
The design allows for easy mounting and integration into existing CDPR systems.

Conclusions:

The new strain gauge device provides an accurate and repeatable method for measuring cable tension in CDPRs.
This innovation can improve the performance and reliability of CDPR control systems.
The device's design offers practical advantages for robotic applications.