Posts about robots
When developing navigational tools for autonomous robots for tasks like mine clearing and mine detection, GPS is not always an accurate option. One alternative to help circumvent this problem is to use LIDAR. LIDAR, sometimes known as “light detection and ranging”, is used to acquire depth information about a sensor’s surroundings, which, in conjunction with regular […]
The Minebot project for the most part, is running smoothly. Testing procedures for the robot were carefully selected to ensure it can navigate as much as the rough and varied terrain found in Cambodia. The procedures specified target metrics for clearance, forward and turning speeds, and time required to complete a test. Earlier in […]
Over the past two weeks in country, the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Robot Team has been working to complete a computer model, manufacture parts, and assemble a new robot design. With the ultimate goal to bring an inexpensive, mass producible EOD robot to low-income countries, this project has been years in the making through a […]
In Cambodia, landmines left from previous conflicts are epidemic to the country. Aside from injury and death, landmines prevent people from using land. At present, the country is dependent on agriculture, so large amounts of land are required to continue growth. Explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technicians are working to remove mines, but due to the […]
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