This invention describes a method for controlling a robot using a handheld device. The robot connects to a controller with buttons and a pointing device. The robot can then be programmed to follow the physical movement path of the controller or move its arm to a specific position based on how the controller's pointing device is used. This allows for intuitive, direct programming of robot actions.
Why it matters: In 2017, precise spatial input devices for industrial control were less common. Today, advanced VR/AR controllers offer highly accurate 6-DoF tracking, making the direct teaching of robot paths and positions significantly more intuitive and precise. Additionally, advancements in real-time motion planning algorithms can now better translate human input into smooth, collision-free robot movements.
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