In robot development, it is more important to not stop than to not break.
In robot development, visual sensors are a crucial element that underpins self-position estimation, object recognition, and imitation learning. On the other hand, in verification environments, unexpected behaviors and collisions are unavoidable, and it is not uncommon for cameras mounted on pan-tilt mechanisms to be damaged. Especially during the phases of actual machine testing, data collection, and reinforcement learning, there are many situations where operations are required to be conducted with the premise that "things will break." At MetalWorks, we design and manufacture fully customized protective guards specifically for pan-tilt cameras for the robotics development field. These are not just simple covers; they are designed with: - Shapes that do not obstruct the field of view (FOV) - Interference avoidance across the entire range of motion - Structures that consider energy dispersion during collisions with the premise of balancing sensing performance and protection performance. The guard does not guarantee that it will "never break." However, it can minimize damage to the camera body and reduce the risk of experiment interruptions. The most costly aspect of robot development is "time." You can utilize this as a solution to minimize losses from test interruptions and equipment replacements, ensuring that the development cycle does not come to a halt.
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【Areas of Expertise】 ■ Major Manufacturers (Robotics Division) ■ Robot Ventures ■ University Research Labs ■ National Research Institutions
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MetalWorks Co., Ltd. is a company that handles everything necessary for manufacturing, from design and production to assembly and mold making. We flexibly respond to requests, from the design of machine parts and robot components to prototyping and creating drawings, as well as mold production. From prototyping to medium-lot production, we manufacture high-quality parts, including material selection, processing methods, and the selection of partner companies. We provide consistent support for assembly and adjustment of the finished products using the designed and manufactured parts.
