Clearpath Ridgeback

Ridgeback

Ridgeback is a medium-sized indoor robot platform that effortlessly moves robotic arms and heavy payloads using omnidirectional drivers. The omnidirectional base provides precise positioning in restricted environments and is fully integrated with onboard computers, front and optional rear laser scanners, and IMUs. Ridgeback provides native ROS and Gazebo integration, and is plug and play compatible with various robot accessories from Clearpath.

Features

All-round: Ridgeback is designed with a full range of mechanical wheels, with precision drives and high-resolution encoders (35840 pulses per revolution), which can achieve precise position control within 3 degrees of maneuverability.

Unconstrained development: The versatility of Ridgeback makes unconstrained path and algorithm planning possible. Ridgeback can even simulate a more limited platform by not using its side-to-end capabilities.

360 degree field of view: The integrated lidar and top plate are designed for an unobstructed 360-degree lidar field of view (requires rear-mounted lidar). This allows Ridgeback to operate autonomously, avoid collisions, and make full use of the mobility provided by its omnidrive base to plan paths.

Definable accessories: Like all Clearpath robots, Ridgeback is plug-and-play compatible and compatible with our extensive list of robot accessories. Prototype design of industrial or commercial mobile robots has never been easier.

Low-key: Ridgeback is only 11 inches (30 cm) tall and can pass through a standard 32-inch (80 cm) door. This allows Ridgeback to operate effectively in typical industrial and commercial environments. It also has a passive suspension system to ensure reliable traction over ground transitions or changing terrain (such as concrete ground).

Technical index

Technical parameters

Dimensions	960 x 793 x 311mm （37.7 x 31.1 x 12.2 ft）
Weight	135kg （275.6 lb）

Maximum speed	1.1m/s （3.6 ft/s）
Obstacle clearance	18mm（0.7 ft）
Maximum payload	ROS

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Parcel

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Sawyer Package
UR5 Package
FANUC Package
KUKA Package (Height Adjustable)

Featured Upgrades: + LMS111 laser range finder (front and rear)
+ On-Board Computer GPU Upgrade
+ BumbleBee Stereo Camera
+ HDL-32e 3D Laser Scanner
+ 3DM-GX3-25 IMU

Included Accessories: + Sawyer mounting podium
+ Robotiq 3-finger gripper
+ 120/240V VAC power inverter

EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS: + Mobile manipulation
+ Human robot interaction
+ Industrial automation

SAWYER PACKAGE: The Sawyer Package includes a podium mount, power system tie-ins and communication for Sawyer, enabling the robot to be integrated in under 30 minutes. Easily coordinate behaviours between Ridgeback and Sawyer with ROS support and a software URDF which defines sensor positions.

UR5 PACKAGE: The UR5 Package includes mechanical mounting, integrated UR5 controller, power and communications for the Universal Robotics UR5 robot arm. It also includes a Robotiq 3-Finger gripper and a force torque sensor. Easily coordinate behaviours between Ridgeback and UR5 with full ROS, Gazebo Physics Simulator, RViz and MoveIT! Motion planner support.

EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS: + Mobile Manipulation
+ Human interaction research
+ Industrial automation

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: + UR5 robot arm
+ 3 Finger 85 Robotiq gripper
+ Robotiq FT 300 force-torque sensor
+ BumbleBee stereo camera
+ FLIR PTU D46-17 pan-tilt unit

FEATURED UPGRADES: + LMS111 range finder (front or rear)
+ Flea3 Camera
+ Velodyne VLP16 3D Laser Scanner
+ 3DM-GX5-25 IMU

FANUC PACKAGE: The FANUC Package includes mechanical mounting, integrated FANUC controller, power and communications for the FANUC robot arm. Easily coordinate behaviours between Ridgeback and FANUC with full ROS, Gazebo Physics Simulator, RViz and MoveIT! Motion planner support.

Example Applications: + Mobile manipulation
+ Remote facilities operation
+ Industrial automation

Featured Upgrades: + LMS111 range finder (front or rear)
+ Flea3 Camera
+ HDL-32e 3D Laser Scanner
+ 3DM-GX5-25 IMU

KUKA PACKAGE (HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE): The KUKA Package includes mechanical mounting, integrated KUKA controller, power and communications for the KUKA robot arm. An adjustable height option is available with automatic or manual configurations, allowing the KUKA manipulator to operate at ground or table height levels. Easily coordinate behaviours between Ridgeback and KUKA with full ROS, Gazebo Simulator, RViz and MoveIT! Motion planner support.

Example Applications

+移动操作

+远程设施操作

+工业自动化

FEATURED UPGRADES: + LMS111 range finder (front or rear)
+ Flea3 Camera
+ HDL-32e 3D Laser Scanner
+ 3DM-GX5-25 IMU

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