Abstract A direct visual-servoing algorithm for control of a space-based two-arm manipulator is proposed in this paper. The algorithm can be utilized in a two-arm manipulators configuration, where one of the arms performs the manipulation and the second arm is dedicated to the observation of the target zone of manipulation. The algorithm utilizes both visual features extracted from onboard cameras and force and torque measured at the manipulator's end-effector to control the movements of the manipulator during on-orbit servicing operations. The algorithm takes into account the relative dynamics of the bodies involved, it relies on images taken independently from de-localized cameras, e.g. at the end-effector of a second manipulator, and it integrates an impedance control for the compensation of eventual contact reactions when the end effector touches and operates the target body. The analytical derivations demonstrate the stability of the algorithm and incorporate an impedance compliance strategy into an optimal framework formulation. Simulations results in two different scenarios have been presented to show the adequate behavior of the presented approach in on-orbit-servicing operations.

    Highlights We developed a visual servoing controller for a dual arm space manipulator. The manipulator is driven by images taken by a camera mounted on the other arm. The controller considers measurements of torques and forces by a sensor on manipulator end effector. Visual features tracking and tool insertion tasks can be performed by using this controller.


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    Title :

    Direct visual servoing and interaction control for a two-arms on-orbit servicing spacecraft


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    Published in:

    Acta Astronautica ; 192 ; 368-378


    Publication date :

    2021-12-23


    Size :

    11 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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