목적 기반 로봇의 모듈러 디자인 적용 방안 연구

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to propose the concept of 'Purpose Built Robot' and establish design guidelines. The research methodology involves investigating and analyzing examples of modular robots to identify their limitations. Additionally, characteristics of other modular system design products that possess elements to overcome the limitations of modular robots are analyzed to derive the basic design components. Design guidelines through examples are provided to explain the versatility of use. Finally, the expected effects and limitations of establishing the concept of PBR and studying the application of design are discussed, and areas requiring further research are identified. The advantages of PBR are as follows: 1) PBR goes beyond the limitations of robots as simple tools and enables diverse designs, designs, and manufacturing of robots centered around services and stakeholders, allowing for small-batch production of multiple varieties. 2) Expandable platforms and standardized service modules enable the creation of robots with various purposes, providing flexibility for robots to adapt to required tasks and environments through simplicity and efficiency in configuration. 3) PBR reduces environmental pollution and lowers the high unit cost of robots through easy sharing and reuse of internal and external components.4) Standardization and modularization of key components simplify the production and distribution processes of robots, contributing to the expansion of the ecosystem of PBR. In all industries, efforts are being made to secure 'sustainability'. Achieving this requires another round of manufacturing innovation. Modularization provides solutions for efficiency improvement and cost reduction, making the activation of the Purpose Built Robot market essential to meet the diverse usage purposes of consumers. The concept and modular design of PBR proposed in this study are expected to contribute to the development of competitive products in the growing robot market.