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Open-Source Robotics Project

The Open-Source Robotics Project aims to develop a low-cost, tele-operated robotic hand and arm for domestic tasks, focusing on modularity, affordability, and community engagement. The project includes phases for research, prototyping, testing, and scaling, with an emphasis on open-source collaboration and securing funding for mass production. Key components include a wheeled base for mobility, high-speed actuators, and a vision system for object recognition.

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Open-Source Robotics Project

The Open-Source Robotics Project aims to develop a low-cost, tele-operated robotic hand and arm for domestic tasks, focusing on modularity, affordability, and community engagement. The project includes phases for research, prototyping, testing, and scaling, with an emphasis on open-source collaboration and securing funding for mass production. Key components include a wheeled base for mobility, high-speed actuators, and a vision system for object recognition.

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Open-Source Robotics Project

1. Project Overview
Objective

Develop a low-cost, open-source, tele-operated robotic hand and arm for domestic tasks
(laundry, dishes).

Goals

●​ Build a modular and scalable prototype using existing open-source hardware.


●​ Test and optimize actuators for strength, speed, and efficiency.
●​ Ensure affordability for mass production.
●​ Engage with the open-source community to refine the design.
●​ Secure funding for large-scale production.
2. Hardware Components
Hand & Arm

●​ Open-source robotic hand ($400 cost, 17 DoF arm, 6 DoF hand).


●​ Upgraded servos (Lift capacity goal: 1kg or more).
●​ Tendon-based actuation mechanism.
Chassis & Mobility

●​ Wheeled base (large wheels for better mobility on carpets).


●​ Battery & charging dock (automatic docking system for continuous operation).

Actuators & Sensors

●​ High-speed actuators (linear actuators instead of bulky slides).


●​ Vision system (camera-based control, avoiding LiDAR to reduce cost).

3. Software & Control


●​ Basic tele-operation software for initial testing.
●​ Vision-based object recognition & grasping.
●​ Open-source API for community contributions.

4. Development Roadmap
Phase 1: Research & Planning (Week 1-2)

●​ Gather detailed specifications of existing open-source components.


●​ Identify suppliers and order necessary hardware.
●​ Expand intern program (electrical, mechanical, robotics engineers).
Phase 2: Prototyping (Week 3-6)

●​ Assemble first functional prototype.


●​ Conduct lifting capacity & stress tests.
●​ Optimize actuator performance and tendon control.
●​ Implement basic tele-operation.

Phase 3: Testing & Refinement (Week 7-10)

●​ Improve hardware durability and efficiency.


●​ Test mobility & docking system.
●​ Enhance object recognition & grasping capabilities.
●​ Get feedback from open-source robotics community.

Phase 4: Scaling & Distribution (Week 11-16)

●​ Prepare for small-batch production.


●​ Distribute prototypes to university robotics labs.
●​ Secure funding for mass production.
●​ Develop marketing and community engagement strategies.

5. Community & Collaboration


●​ Expand the internship program to recruit more engineers.
●​ Open-source all designs and software to encourage global contributions.
●​ Directly engage with key open-source builders.
●​ Partner with manufacturers to optimize cost-effective production.

6. Funding & Business Strategy


●​ Approach investors and tech incubators for funding.
●​ Develop a cost model for scaling up production.
●​ Explore manufacturing partnerships (including China for mass production).
●​ Position as a market leader in affordable domestic robotics.

7. Next Steps
1.​ Finalize actuator selection and order parts.
2.​ Build intern teams and assign tasks.
3.​ Start assembling the first prototype.
4.​ Conduct lifting and stress tests.

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