FC-EODR: Immersive Humanoid Dual-Arm Dexterous Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robot

Area of Science:

• Robotics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Humanoid Robotics

Background:

• Explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) tasks pose significant risks to human safety.
• Existing EOD systems may lack the dexterity and mobility required for complex environments.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design and develop a humanoid dual-arm robot for enhanced EOD capabilities.
• To improve robot performance in hazardous environments and complex terrains.

Main Methods:

• Development of a seven-degree-of-freedom collaborative and flexible manipulator.
• Design of an immersive operated humanoid dual-arm dexterous explosive disposal robot (FC-EODR).
• Integration of an autonomous tool-changing system for versatile task execution.

Main Results:

• The FC-EODR demonstrated high passability in complex terrains (low walls, slopes, stairs).
• Successful remote detection, manipulation, and removal of simulated explosives via teleoperation.
• Verification of autonomous tool-changing capabilities for different EOD tasks.

Conclusions:

• The developed FC-EODR provides a robust platform for replacing humans in EOD operations.
• The study lays the technical groundwork for advanced robotic solutions in dangerous emergency situations.