Engineering topics
Publications and source records attributed to Johnsen, E. G..
Electronic system automatically focuses camera or spotlight on moving object. Subject is equipped with miniature ultrasonic or radio transmitter; its signal is picked up by two or more detectors, is phase detected and fed into computer which determines position of subject and sends command signals to servo for camera or spotlight.
The trend of teleoperator development is toward digital computer controlled systems which utilize local sensor-computer-actuator loops to avoid obstacles and to sense manipulator grip-and-slip. The potential applications of advanced teleoperator technology to manned aerospace systems include long manipulator booms to be mounted on the shuttle. These can transfer cargo from the space shuttle and can acquire and retrieve objects in space. Free-flying teleoperators capable of acquiring, inspecting, repairing or refurbishing satellites in orbit are another space application. Another potential application of teleoperator technology is the concept of using an anthropomorphous teleoperator in lieu of man to control aircraft or spacecraft normally controlled by a human pilot.
Teleoperators (remote operators), equipped with TV systems, manipulators, and highly mobile vehicles, can extend man's manipulative and sensory capabilities into distant or hazadous environments. It is shown how teleoperator technology will lead to autonomous robots, and from them and special purpose teleoperators, to a completely new industrial system. Various applications are described, and it is pointed out that teleoperators do not replace workers.
Astronaut teleoperators use for space operations cost reduction and future experiments productivity increase
Man-teleoperator-robot teams for space exploration facilities construction and operation, discussing lunar programs
Book on human factors application in teleoperator design and operation covering aerospace environments, transportation, remote control, sensors and actuator subsystems
Robots are defined as electromechanical systems (with local computers) receiving inputs from sensors, and in turn, controlling motors and effectors to do tasks requiring some measure of intelligence and permitting the whole system to interact with the real world. Robot systems for space applications are categorized into three general groups consisting of roving exploration robots, spacecraft robots, and planet development robots. The functions of systems in each category are defined in terms of intended applications, and requirements for operating and decision making are outlined. Further developments which must be achieved in robot technology are summarized.
Engineering problems survey on teleoperator control systems
Telesensors, teleoperators and telecontrols for remote operations