(under subclass 490.01) Subject matter in which one or more electric motors are used to move a robotic linkage system to a desired location within the range of motion of the linkage. [figure]
(1) Note. The electric motors in this subclass are used to move the links of a robotic linkage system only; they are not intended to be used in translating a base member.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
310, Electrical Generator or Motor Structure, appropriate subclasses for various motor structure.
318, Electricity: Motive Power Systems,
415+, for automatic motor controls.
901, Robots, 23, and 24 for electric motor drive systems for arms with end effectors.