Guide
cont.
G.7
From Object Manipulation (grades 4-8):
An is a mechanism that allows a robot to interact with objects
in its environment.
move objects without actually picking them up and they
are by far the easiest manipulator type to design and build.
A applies force underneath an object such that the object
can be elevated and carried.
apply a force to an object in at least two places, allowing
the object to be pinched or grabbed.
Any specialized Object Manipulator designed to collect and hold multiple objects at one time is
known as an .
From Lifting Mechanisms (grades 4-8):
A refers to an object’s ability to move in a single
independent direction of motion.
A is any mechanism designed to move to perform tasks
and/or lift objects.
The most frequently used lifting mechanism in mobile and competition robotics is a
.
An uses linear (straight line) motion to lift straight up.
convert an input motion into a dierent type of output motion.