SMD

OVERVIEW

The purpose of the Remotely Operated Ground Vehicle is to perform remote intervention tasks, where it is impossible or undesirable to deploy a human operator due to the hazardous nature of the working environment.

GROUND VEHICLE

The vehicle is a self propelled tracked vehicle, of simple complexity to ensure maximum reliability, capable of climbing stairways and traversing uneven surfaces with ease.

The vehicle is built around an aluminium alloy body that is used to house and shield the internal components.

The propulsion drive system comprises of a pair of motors. Steering of the vehicle is provided by the differential speed and direction of two tracks, thereby enabling the vehicle to turn in a small working area.

The vehicle is provided with a simple rate controlled articulated arm capable of picking up objects with payloads weighing 7kg. The articulated arm is supplied with a remotely detachable continuous jaw rotate assembly, the speed of which is adjustable. The jaw assembly is designed to grip objects with sufficient force to ensure that they will not be dropped during normal or failure conditions.

 The vehicle is supplied with a colour zoom camera that is installed in a fixed position on the side of the articulated arm and ensures good visibility of the working area for the operator. The camera is designed to enable it to be remotely replaced, while operating in the hazardous working environment. To facilitate this, the camera is fitted with a special connector system.