Design of a Teleoperated Mobile Manipulator for Inspection of Cyclotron Vault

This paper presents the design and control scheme of a mobile manipulator used for radiation survey of Cyclotron vault and cave regions. It discusses the mechanical design of the traction system, the steering gear, and the scissor mechanism. Selection of steering system based on terrain condition and power requirement is also discussed.

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