Abstract: In the current literature on space robotics, an important idea that is overlooked is that the features of a space robot system need not be the same as those designed for use on earth. The ...

Abstract: It is well known that workspace of fixed-base manipulators is dependent on the geometry of its links. This paper presents studies on the workspace of free-floating manipulators. A unique property ...

Abstract: This paper describes the operational theory and design of a quadri-directional air thruster ( “quad” ) for propulsion of the free-floating robot of Ohio University. In this design, the air is ...