- Omni-chassis
- Locomotion: 6-wheel
- PMDC drive system
- 24V, 300Ah battery system
- Multiple Processor control
- Inertial Measurement Unit
- Sensor suite systems
- Plug-in payloads
- Wireless/memory stick reconfigurable primary electronics
The Forager-xxx is an 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 Forager 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 300Ah – 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 based on Freescale Semiconductor's Tower System. Included is a method for Tower System expansion.
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.
Further information on Payload attachments, Quick List, Date: 06 Feb. 09 Payload_Quick_Sheet
Interface:
Zig-Bee communications
Sensor array plug-in
Physical Characteristics:
Overall Length – 72 inches
Overall Width – 46 inches - Includes wheels
Overall Height – 21 inches - Includes wheels
Forager-ARV
Ground Clearance - 7 inches
Curb Weight – 600 lbs
GVW - 1200 lbs
Speed - 2.5mph
Locomotion – 6-wheel
Control System - Freescale Semiconductor's Tower System
Fully autonomous
GPS - Delorme
Power System – 24VDC 300A/Hr battery packs
Chassis Material – Aluminum
Sell price under $24,500
Forager-RRV
Ground Clearance - 7 inches
Curb Weight – 600 lbs
GVW - 1200 lbs
Speed - 2.5mph
Locomotion – 6-wheel
Control System - Freescale Semiconductor's Tower System
Remote controlled, tether or radio
GPS - Option
Power System – 24VDC 300A/Hr battery packs
Chassis Material – Aluminum
Sell price under $21,500
Forager-FM2
Ground Clearance - 3 inches
Curb Weight – 600 lbs
GVW - 2600 lbs
Speed - 1.5mph
Locomotion – 6-wheel
Control System - Freescale Semiconductor's Tower System
Fully autonomous
GPS - Optional
Power System – 24VDC 400A/Hr battery packs
Chassis Material – Aluminum
Sell price under $27,500
Power Requirements:
Multiple Battery pack plug-ins
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
Forager Chassis drives out of the bay. (Click for video)
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