Self-alignment and simplicity of actuation make mechanism amenable to robotic assembly. Includes socket, mounted on structure at worksite, and probe, mounted on piece of equipment to be attached to structure at socket. Probe-and-socket mechanism used in conjunction with fixed target aiding in placement of end effector of robot during grasping, and with handle or handles on structure. Intended to enable robot to set up workstation in hostile environment. Workstation then used by astronaut, aquanaut, or other human, spending minimum time in environment. Human concentrates on performing quality work rather than on setting up equipment, with consequent reduction of risk.
Probe-And-Socket Fasteners For Robotic Assembly
NASA Tech Briefs ; 19 , 3
01.03.1995
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