BEAMROBOTICS AND NERVOUS SYSTEMS

CONTENTS:

Introduction Nervous networks Some examples Problems in conventional robots Solutions Advantages Applications Conclusion

INTRODUCTION
The word beam in BEAM Robotics is an acronym for Biology, Electronics, Aesthetics , and Mechanics. The basic BEAM principles focus on a stimulus response based ability within a machine.

COND

The main aim is

1.Use minimalist electronics 2.Recycle and reuse components out of techno scrap 3.Use radiant energy (solar power)

COND

Beam devices come in infinite shapes and sizes. The brain used to control BEAM life forms are very simple compared to rats-nets of wiring circuitary in conventional robots. These brains also called as Nervous Networks

NERVOUS NETWORKS

The Nervous network is an interconnection of basic element circuits called the Pulse Delay Circiut. The pulse delay circuit acting like a neuron and generating a square wave and hence functioning as an oscillator. A real-time non-linear analog control system emulating a low-level peripheral spinal system

NERVOUS NETWORKS

The individual neurons are based on the self-resetting differentiators with an avalanche gain greater than their decay value Nervous nets are to neural nets the same way peripheral spinal system are to the brain Approximations of biologic and autonomic and somatic systems

NEURON

The pulse delay circuit acts as an artificial neuron These are connected in series Which may be controlled remotely or in response to local sensor stimulation.

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Slitters walkers Sliders Crawlers Turbots Jumpers Rollers poppers

THE SPIDER

PHOTOVORE

THE MOBY PHOTOVORE NERVOUS NETWORK

PROBLEMS IN CONVENTIONAL ROBOTS

They require precise synchronizing control circuitry Requires elaborate arrangement of feedback system Extremely complex and expensive to build even to accomplish to build the simple tasks Enormous power requirements on central processing systems Even though small problem occurs it will cause to total system failures..

SOLUTIONS

By providing a completely different control system rather than central processor. Using by "Reconfigurable central network oscillator By utilize of Pulse delay circuit.

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The pulse delay circuit is very inexpensive Power requirements are very small Requiring no microprocessor The process controls the self stabilizing.

APPLICATIONS OF NN
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To nullify complex circuitry in the control of the locomotion of the robot The limb processes for smoother performance, and facilitate the many different types of sensors in different industries like video camera transmitting signals to a remote recorder. Simple household chores such as dusting and cleaning floors..

COND..

Because of its versatility and low cost the potential applications are unlimited. Swarms of BEAM could cut, vaccum our home and work place Scrub out toxic chemical tanks Hunt down insect pests, re-seed the rain forest

CONCLUSION

The future of BEAM is brighter as a clear sky sun. From a state of hobby it will emerges as a branch of study. The BEAM robots cists hope to see all the sorts of tiny robotic creatures lurking in the shadows of our lives. Performing menial and repetitive tasks with hivelike efficiency. The possibilities are endless.

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