X-Y robotic manipulator

Description

FIG. 1 is a perspective view looking toward the front of the X-Y robotic manipulator from above and to the left of a first embodiment of the design, the latter employing a single Y axis arm assembly;

FIG. 2 is a left side elevation view of the first embodiment;

FIG. 3 is a right side elevation view of the first embodiment;

FIG. 4 is a rear elevation view of the first embodiment;

FIG. 5 is a side elevation view of a second embodiment of the design;

FIG. 6 is a front elevation view of the second embodiment;

FIG. 7 is a perspective view as in FIG. 1 of the second embodiment wherein the X and Y arm assemblies have been rotated relative to the base about a vertical axis; and,

FIG. 8 is a perspective view as in FIG. 1 of a third embodiment of the design, the latter being essentially the same as the first embodiment except for the addition of a second Y axis arm assembly.