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- Page 1 REACH BRAVO INTEGRATION MANUAL | V4.0 info@reachrobotics.com | +61 (2) 9519 7651 reachrobotics.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
3.2.4 Bravo 2 (Grabber) ........ - Page 3 Included Full Service Revision History Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. © Reach Robotics Pty Ltd 2022...
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Page 4: Safety Information
This section describes the necessary safety information and precautions relevant to the setup and operation of the Reach Bravo manipulator system. To ensure correct and safe use of Reach Robotics manipulators, carefully read this section and make yourself well acquainted with the contents. Follow any warnings and cautions included. In conjunction with this manual, it is important that the users have knowledge of safety considerations and make correct judgments on safety procedures during operation. -
Page 5: Operating And Storage Temperature
The manipulator system is specified for use from -10°C to 40°C (operating) and up to 80°C storage. Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. -
Page 6: Available Configurations
Explosions or fire may otherwise result. 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Reach Bravo is an advanced electric manipulator system that opens a new set of compact inspection and intervention opportunities for militaries, service providers, researchers, and other operators. Designed originally for the harsh subsea environment, and with an operating depth of 300m, the Reach Bravo is also suitable for austere out-of-water applications. -
Page 7: End-Effector Options
End-effector Repeatability < 1cm Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. © Reach Robotics Pty Ltd 2022... -
Page 8: Dimensions, Modules And Range Of Motion
J6: 180 Max OD (E): 92mm J7: Continuous (360°+) Min OD (F): 82mm Bravo 7 – Dimensions and rotational capacity. Bravo 7 – Module breakdown. Bravo 7 – Range of Motion side view. info@reachrobotics.com | +61 (2) 9519 7651 reachrobotics.com... -
Page 9: Bravo 5
Bravo 5 – Module breakdown. Bravo 5 – Range of Motion side view. Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. -
Page 10: Bravo 3
258mm 87mm 206mm close Continuous (360°+) Bravo 3 – Dimensions and rotational capacity. 410mm Max Reach Bravo 3 – Range of Motion side view. Bravo 3 – Module breakdown. 3.2.4 Bravo 2 (Grabber) Open and close Continuous Rotate (360°+) 142mm... -
Page 11: Environmental
For more detailed information to assist with research and low-level control/autonomy applications, please contact Reach Robotics regarding our Reach System Research Data Pack. Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. -
Page 12: Interfacing And Integration
4 INTERFACING AND INTEGRATION Note: 3D CAD files for our manipulators are available upon request to assist with integration. 4.1 BRAVO 5 / BRAVO 7 4.1.1 Mechanical • MANIPULATOR BASE INTEGRATION 88mm 92mm 44mm 43.5mm 68mm 23mm 51mm 28mm REAR 4 X 6.80 19.75... -
Page 13: Electrical
Full details of the communication protocol are found in the Reach Communication Protocol Document (BPL-RCPD) (Contact Reach Robotics for further details). Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. -
Page 14: Bravo 2 / Bravo 3
45mm 10mm 11.4 25mm 11.4 62mm 82mm 86mm Bravo 2 and 3 Mounting Kit Technical Drawings Option 2 – Direct Backplate Integration ACME Thread 74 x 4mm 6.80 M8X1.25 - 6H 37.5mm 37.5mm Bravo 2 and 3 Mounting Kit Technical Drawings info@reachrobotics.com | +61 (2) 9519 7651... -
Page 15: Electrical
MCIL4F - MC Inline, 4C Female to unterminated ends (100cm) Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. -
Page 16: Integration Electrical Diagram
5 CONTROL OPTIONS Reach Bravo manipulators can be controlled by using the Reach Control Graphical User Interface, an external input such as a Gamepad or Reach Robotics Master Arm, or by implementing the Reach Control Communication Protocol for custom control setups. -
Page 17: External Inputs
For users who wish to implement their own control systems such as OEMs or autonomous systems researchers, interfacing is possible via the Reach Communication Protocol Document (BPL-RCPD). Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. -
Page 18: Bench Setup And Acceptance Test
This section outlines the basic setup and testing procedure users should complete to ensure their arm is fully operational. The following example is demonstrated with a Bravo 7. If you experience any issues in following these steps, please contact Reach Robotics for technical support via info@ reachrobotics.com. - Page 19 This completes the mechanical setup procedure. Please note, you also have the option of connecting the Reach Bravo via Serial using the MicroUSB to USB cable. Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way.
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Page 20: Communication Setup
255.255.255.0. Click OK and Close all windows. 6.1.3 Reach Control Reach Control will be provided to you digitally via email as well as on a USB within the Hard Carry Case. 1. Install Reach Control. 2. Open Reach Control > Settings (Cog Icon) > Ports > Add. - Page 21 Select the existing device (or click add if none exist). Select the name of the port just created. Select the type of manipulator. 4. If the Bravo is setup correctly, the 3D model in the background will update to reflect the physical position of the manipulator 5.
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Page 22: Acceptance Test
6.2 ACCEPTANCE TEST 6.2.1 Range of Motion Test 1. On the control panel in the bottom right of Reach Control, click the velocity button. Directional arrows will appear on the 3D model. 2. Click Settings (Cog Icon) > Display > Feedback. The monitoring panel will open at the bottom of the screen. Clicking on any of the graphs will bring up the numeric values for each joint. -
Page 23: Master Arm Test (If Applicable)
Note: The correct com port can be identified by unplugging the Master Arm, and seeing which com port disappears from the com port list. Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. - Page 24 5. Settings (Cog Icon) > Control. If there is no Master Arm option underneath Spacemouse, click Add. Assign the new Control port a name. Set ‘Port’ to the name of your Master Arm port. Set ‘Device’ to the name of the Slave arm you wish to control.
- Page 25 This completes the acceptance test for the Bravo and Master Arm. Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way.
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Page 26: Recommended Servicing Schedule
7 RECOMMENDED SERVICING SCHEDULE The Reach Bravo system is recommended for an OEM Servicing every one (1) year or 200 operational hours, whichever occurs first. Reach Robotics offer a Capped Price Service with each new Reach Bravo system. The coverage period of the Capped Price Service program is for a period of two (2) years, or 200 operational hours, whichever occurs first. -
Page 27: Integration Support
Integrated Bravo V10 Changes Updated formatting Reach Robotics Confidential Proprietary Information not to be reproduced or made available to third parties without prior consent from Reach Robotics and not to be used in any unauthorised way. © Reach Robotics Pty Ltd 2022...
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