- Omni-chassis
- Locomotion: 10" tracks
- BLDC drive system, explosion proof
- 12V, 300Ah battery system
- Multiple Processor control
- Inertial Measurement Unit
- Sensor suite systems
- Plug-in payloads
- Wireless/memory stick reconfigurable primary electronics
The cLS-SFARV-x (SFARV or Forager) is the smaller Omni-chassis in a family of autonomous robotic vehicles (ARV) from c-Link Systems. The Omni-chassis creates the ability to build upon a drive unified chassis different end-usage systems. Some payloads are listed in Table 1.
The SFARV Omni-chassis contains a locomotion system, a power plant and all the control electronics. The chassis itself is constructed of aircraft aluminum.
Locomotion is achieved through a track system that is electrically driven. Steering is accomplished through the use of the industry standard “skid-steer”.
The main power plant is 500Ah – 900Ah battery system with an optional auto-start engine to charge the batteries. An optional solar powered recharged station will be available.
Electronics system comprises of a multi-processor core block which includes all the sensors for autonomous motion, drive locomotion system, guidance system, payload control system/interface and communications. The systems are Altera FPGA based allowing for dynamic reconfiguration of the system functions.
Further information can be found in the “Omni-Chassis Tech Brief” TB-1401.
Further information on potential payloads can be found in the “Payload Tech Brief” TB-1403.
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cLS-SF-TREE |
Unit is used to reforest areas or place plants |
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cLS-SF-ARM4 |
Unit is a medium duty robotic arm for moving materials |
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cLS-SF-TENDER |
Unit is used as a hauler for materials |
| cLS-SF STACKER | Unit is used to stack sand bags |
| cLS-SF BAGGER | Unit is used to fill sand bags |
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cLS-ADSRS |
Autonomous Disaster Search & Rescue System |
Table 1 Payload Examples
Interface:
Zig-Bee communications
Sensor array plug-in
Future Optional fiber optic hard line communications with break-away system
Physical Characteristics:
Overall length – 72inches (182.88cm)
Overall height – 19.5inches (49.53cm) including tracks to payload deck
Overall width – 54inches (137.16cm) including tracks
Gross Weight: 850lbs (385.55kg) w/Batteries
Power Requirements:
Multiple Battery pack tray
Packs are rechargeable for longevity
Environmental Characteristics:
Operating Temperature: -20°C to 90°C
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 105°C
Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-Condensing
Technical Brief - TB-1401: Omni-chassis Styled Autonomous Robotic Vehicle (ARV)
Technical Brief - TB-1403: Potential Payloads for Sovereign ARV Family
Application Note - AN-1402: FPGA/CPLD Control System Integration for Sovereign Forager Autonomous Robotic Vehicle
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