International Journal of Robotics, Theory and Applications

International Journal of Robotics, Theory and Applications

Kinematics Control of Continuum Robots Based on Screw Theory

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
1 Center of Excellence in Robotics and Control, Advanced Robotics and Automated Systems (ARAS) Lab., Dept of Mechanical Engineering K. N. Toosi University of Technology Tehran, Iran
2 Center of Excellence in Robotics and Control, Advanced Robotics and Automated Systems (ARAS) Lab., Dept of Mechanical Engineering K. N. Toosi University of Technology
Abstract
Controlling continuum robotic arms presents significant challenges due to their highly nonlinear nature and inherently uncertain and complex structure. This complexity affects the application of continuum arms in various areas such as routing, maneuvering on complex paths, and other applications. This paper addresses a real-time kinematic control of continuum robotic arms using screw theory to develop a controller that offers accuracy, speed, and low computational load for real-time implementation. The inherent flexibility and nonlinear nature of these arms complicate precise position control. To overcome these challenges, we use a PID controller, enhancing the robot's position control capabilities. Experimentally validated results for the designed path demonstrate the controller's effectiveness in improving path tracking and real-time control performance. This controller was implemented on the actual RoboArm system, achieving a 6cm error.
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Volume 11, Issue 1
May 2025
Pages 1-10

  • Receive Date 31 July 2024
  • Revise Date 28 December 2024
  • Accept Date 30 December 2024
  • First Publish Date 30 December 2024