Author:Shaik, AA; Bright, G; Xu, WLDate:Jan 2007Flex-Picker robots, as well as many automated multi-axis machines, operate under overall "open loop" control. The exact position in space of the end effecter or tool head is not sensed directly. The software controlling the robot or automated ...Read more
Author:Vogt, D; Brink, VZ; Schutte, SDate:Sep 2009South African underground hard rock mines are typically managed using measurements made daily, weekly or even monthly of key parameters like face advance, readiness to blast, blast success, temperature or dust levels. Safety and health can ...Read more