Torque minimization of the Delta parallel robot

International audienceThis paper proposes a new solution to the problem of torque minimization of the Delta robot. The suggested approach involves connecting to the initial structure a secondary mechanical system, which generates a vertical force applied to the platform of the robot. The conditions for optimization are formulated by the minimization of the root-mean-square and maximum values of the input torque due to the static and dynamic loads. The numerical examples show the efficiency of the suggested torque minimization approach