Hilti has patented a robotic drilling apparatus designed for construction sites, featuring a lightweight robotic arm mounted on a scissor-jack lifting mechanism. The apparatus can maneuver in three-dimensional space and includes a control unit, a drilling device mount, and reflector prisms for precise positioning. GlobalData’s report on Hilti gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Robotic drilling apparatus for construction site ceiling and wall holes
The granted patent US11986888B2 describes a robotic drilling apparatus specifically designed for drilling holes in ceilings and walls at construction sites. The apparatus features a robotic arm mounted on a substructure equipped with a lifting mechanism, which allows the arm to reach a working position. The substructure is supported by caterpillar tracks for mobility. The robotic arm consists of multiple segments that can pivot and rotate, enabling the drilling device mounted on its movable end to operate in three-dimensional space. Additionally, the apparatus includes at least two reflector prisms for measuring the arm's position and orientation relative to the surface being drilled, enhancing precision during operation.
Further claims detail the apparatus's components and functionalities, including a scissor-jack lifting platform, a lightweight design with the robotic arm and support structure weighing less than 43 kg, and a control unit that manages both the robotic arm and the lifting mechanism. The drilling device is designed with a shroud connected to a vacuum system to minimize debris during drilling. The control unit can also access Building Information Modeling (BIM) files, allowing it to analyze and schedule drilling tasks based on the specifications outlined in the BIM. This includes determining the order of drilling based on hole size and location, optimizing the drilling process for efficiency and accuracy.
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