Ultra-wideband wireless sensors for robot vision in industrial environments

Abstract

In this article, we explore the wideband wireless sensor, that can be used for the on-line or off-line target detection and tracking. In our case, the sensor emits signal and measure its reflection from the environment. The Ultra-WideBand (UWB) technology in order to help localization of the robot gripper (behind the obstacles or unfavorable or invisible conditions) in industrial environments is presented. There are introduces another new capability, that allow use UWB radar or short range sensor to prevent a robotic arm deficiencies. This paper also contains some experimental results from measurements where sensor and antennas are located behind the obstacle, e.g., wall or opaque material.