Simulating Motion Elements of General-Purpose Robot Arms

Robot arm displacement curves are constructed, assuming that all links in the arm are rigid. This can be accomplished by using familiar, cam-motion profile techniques whenever possible. The benefits of these considerations can help achieve smoother motion while minimizing wear on and effort by the robot actuators. A set of motion primitives within the General Robot Arm Simulation Program (GRASP) are presented as examples.

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