International Journal of Frontiers in Engineering Technology, 2024, 6(3); doi: 10.25236/IJFET.2024.060311.
Wu Fan
Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, China
In this paper, an in-depth exploration is conducted on the primary methodologies currently employed for high-voltage cable inspection, alongside the inherent challenges they pose. To address these challenges head-on, a novel climbing robot is proposed, inspired by the intricate movements of inchworms. This innovative robot exhibits exceptional capabilities in swiftly navigating along cables and efficiently overcoming various obstacles encountered in its path. Utilizing advanced mathematical analysis and comprehensive simulations, the projected theoretical running speed of this robotic system is estimated to hover around 1.1 meters per second. Such a remarkable feat underscores its potential for rapid movement and remarkable adaptability, particularly within the dynamic and complex environments often encountered within the power industry.
line robot, inchworm locomotion, biomimicry, Kinematic analysis
Wu Fan. A Kinematic Analysis of a Line Robot Based on Biomimicry of Inchworms. International Journal of Frontiers in Engineering Technology (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 3: 84-89. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJFET.2024.060311.
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