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Unique combination:
3D MID technology
on laser sintered part.
Well-conceived concept:
numerous components, technologies and
functions are combined in each ant in the smallest of spaces.
Highly integrated components:
design and
electrical functions in one.
Charging circuit
Constant conversion from
8.4 V to 300 V, which is
necessary for piezo-ceramic
bending transducers
Processor
Distributes all the
necessary signals and
activates the actuators
Rechargeable batteries
2 Li-Po batteries in series, 8.4 V,
running time up to 40 minutes
Piezo-ceramic bending transducers
Pushing movement
forwards and backwards
Piezo-ceramic bending transducers
Move the gripping jaws
Optical sensor chip
Uses the floor surface to record
the distance covered
Antenna
Contact to the charging station
Ring circuit with output stages
Permanent voltage of 300 V
and interface to the actuators
3D stereo camera
Self-localisation and differen-
tiated object detection
Radio module
Communication
between the ants
Lifts and lowers the leg
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