Introduction to CARA: A Quadrupedal Robot Innovated with Capstan Drives
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hakonjdjohnsen
Crisp on the outside, thoughtful on the inside. A keeper.
Summary
CARA is a quadrupedal robot designed without gears or pulleys, using capstan drives for joint movement. It is the creator's most dynamic and well-designed quadruped yet, developed over a year. CARA is the second quadruped to utilize capstan drives after Stanley.
Key quotes
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CARA doesn’t use any gears or pulleys.
CARA is also the second quadruped ever to use capstan drives, following Stanley.
Article URL: https://www.aaedmusa.com/projects/cara
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44661846
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