Independent Computer Scale And Index Patents (Class 177/31)
With adjustable linkage to weight offsetting means (Class 177/32)
  • Apparatus and method for controlling robot arm, and robot and program
    Patent number: 7747351
    Abstract: A control device for a robot arm is designed such that, based on information on a transportation state database in which information on a transportation state of a person operating the arm is recorded, an impedance setting unit sets a mechanical impedance set value of the arm, and an impedance control unit controls a mechanical impedance value of the arm to the mechanical impedance set value thus set.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Assignee: Panasonic Corporation
    Inventors: Yuko Tsusaka, Yasunao Okazaki