Kibitech Enhances Remote Recovery Functionality for Manipulators in HATS Software

Kibitech's Innovative Update to HATS

Kibitech, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has announced a significant upgrade to its proprietary robot management software platform, HATS. The recent enhancement focuses on the remote control functionality for manipulators, making it markedly easier for users to oversee and manage a diverse range of robots operating in various environments.

Overview of the Enhanced Features

The update introduces several key functionalities designed to streamline the manipulation process:

1. Rectangular Drawing Tool: A mouse-operated feature that allows users to draw a rectangle on the browser. This function specifies the desired position for the manipulator's end effector, from which the system calculates the intermediary hand positions required for precise operations. The visual representation helps users easily visualize and execute adjustments. You can see this feature in action here (link to video).

2. Jog Control Functionality: This feature provides fine-tuned adjustments, enabling operators to make precise movements incrementally, ensuring exact positioning of the robotic components.

3. Tilt Detection via Camera: The software now includes the capability to analyze camera images for detailed evaluations of the target surface's inclination. This enhancement facilitates easier adjustments by visualizing tilt discrepancies, which are displayed in a color-coded format, making it easier for the operator to understand the adjustments that need to be made.

Figure 1: Rectangular Drawing Tool

Specify the desired end effector location
Figure 2: Jog Control

Make precise adjustments using Jog Control
Figure 3: Surface Tilt Visualization

Surface tilt is evaluated and displayed in color

Addressing Challenges in Robot Construction

One of the primary challenges when constructing depalletizing robots is to minimize operational failures caused by the diverse conditions of works. With the recent updates to HATS, Kibitech aims to alleviate this issue, providing a more effective and user-friendly management system for operators. This change is essential for industries that require consistent performance across various tasks, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.

About Kibitech

Founded in November 2011 by graduates from the JSK Laboratory at the University of Tokyo, Kibitech specializes in the development of intelligent robots and remote robot control systems. The company's name is derived from the Japanese word “Kibi”, which means the subtle workings of the mind. Kibitech is dedicated to utilizing its expertise in robotics technology to propose innovative remote working methods via remote robot operators. The organization's mission is to contribute to solving societal challenges while also addressing the unique issues its clients face on-site, ultimately striving for a sustainable society.