Reach BRAVO Use and care manual
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CONTENTS
1 Safety Information 4
1.1 CRUSH POINTS AND COLLISION HAZARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.2 SHOCK HAZARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.3 LEAK DETECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.8.1 Operating and Storage Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.1 AVAILABLE CONFIGURATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
1.8.2 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
1.8.3 Explosive Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2 Product Overview 6
2.2 ENDEFFECTOR OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.3 RELATED PRODUCTS AND ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3 Specifications 7
3.1 MECHANICAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2 DIMENSIONS, MODULES AND RANGE OF MOTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.2.1 Bravo 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2.2 Bravo 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3.2.3 Bravo 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2.4 Bravo 2 (Grabber) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.4 ELECTRICAL AND COMMUNICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.4.1 Power Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.4.2 Communication Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.5 KINEMATIC, DYNAMIC, DH PARAMETERS, AND OTHER PROPERTIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4 Interfacing and Integration 12
4.1 BRAVO 5 / BRAVO 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1.1 Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1.2 Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1.3 Communication Protocol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 BRAVO 2 / BRAVO 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.2.1 Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.2.2 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3 INTEGRATION ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5 Control Options 16
5.1 REACH CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.2 EXTERNAL INPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.2.1 Gamepad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.2.2 Master Arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3 LOWLEVEL CONTROL IMPLEMENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6 Bench Setup and Acceptance Test 18
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6.1 BENCH SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.1.1 Physical Interfacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.1.2 Communication Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.1.3 Reach Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.2 ACCEPTANCE TEST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2.1 Range of Motion Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
6.2.2 Master Arm Test (If Applicable). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
7 Recommended Servicing Schedule 26
7.1 BRAVO SERVICING OVERVIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8 Reach Robotics Support Program 26
9 Integration Support 27
10 Priority Technical Support 27
11 Priority Access to Loans 27
12 Included Full Service 27
13 Revision History 27
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This section describes the necessary safety information and precautions relevant to the setup and operation of the Reach
Bravo manipulator system. To ensure correct and safe use of Reach Robotics manipulators, carefully read this section and
make yourself well acquainted with the contents. Follow any warnings and cautions included. In conjunction with this manual, it
is important that the users have knowledge of safety considerations and make correct judgments on safety procedures during
operation.
Reach Bravo manipulators are highly dexterous, electromechanical devices that can move with a high degree of freedom.
Failure to take necessary safety measures or mishandling due to not following the instructions in this technical supplement
may result in damage to the robot or injury to personnel.
1 SAFETY INFORMATION
1.1 CRUSH POINTS AND COLLISION HAZARDS
1.2 SHOCK HAZARD
1.3 LEAK DETECTION
There should be no attempt made to remove the external housing of the manipulator to
expose the internal circuitry. Doing so could cause injury or fatality by electrical shock.
If there is a breach in the vacuum, an error will be received and the status tab in the help
menu of Reach Control will open.
To view more details of the error, click on the product button. This will open the health
panel.
Crush hazards exist on the Reach Bravo in locations where
two limbs can compress together as well as in the jaws of the
grabber stage of the manipulator. It is important that the operator
ensures the working area of the manipulator is clear prior to
operation.
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1.4 OBSTACLE SETUP
Ensure that the manipulator is setup correctly using the bench test and platform integration procedures shown elsewhere in
this manual. In particular, care should be taken to ensure that permanent obstacles in the workspace are correctly defined to
avoid collision between the manipulator and other equipment. The manipulator arrives with a ‘floor’ obstacle installed to avoid
collision with the bench/test platform.
1.5 EMERGENCY STOP
It is strongly recommended that an ESTOP button is included in the power circuit when bench level testing the manipulator.
Additionally, a digital ESTOP is included in the Reach Control software.
1.6 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
For bench level testing, it is strongly recommended to use a controlled power supply with a current limiting circuit and/or a
Residual Current Device (RCD) mechanism.
1.7 PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
Prior to operation, ensure that the manipulator is firmly secured using the supplied mounting kit, or an alternative solution with
the appropriate specifications.
1.8 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
1.8.1 Operating and Storage Temperature
The manipulator system is specified for use from -10°C to 40°C (operating) and up to 80°C storage.
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MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Master Arm Enabled
• 450m Depth Rated
• All-Electric, Zero Oil
• Accessory Port for Camera, Lights, and other Sensors/Tools
• Embedded NVIDIA TX2 (5/7F Only) for Real-Time Perception
and Control
Bravo 7 | Seven-Function Manipulator
RB-7001
Bravo 2 (Grabber) | Two-Function Manipulator
RB-2001
Bravo 3 | Three-Function Manipulator
RB-3001
Bravo 5 | Five-Function Manipulator
RB-5001
• Adjustable Grab Force
• On-board Kinematics
• Workspace Obstacles
• Collision Protection
• One-click deploy/stow position
1.8.2 Pressure
The Reach Bravo is Depth Rated to operate at the equivalent of 300MSW.
1.8.3 Explosive Environments
Reach Bravo manipulators are not designed to meet explosion-proof specifications. Do not use the robot and controller in
environments containing inflammable gas, gasoline, or solvent. Explosions or fire may otherwise result.
2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Reach Bravo is an advanced electric manipulator system that opens a new set of compact inspection and intervention
opportunities for militaries, service providers, researchers, and other operators. Designed originally for the harsh subsea
environment, and with an operating depth of 300m, the Reach Bravo is also suitable for austere out-of-water applications.
With a highly modular design, the Reach Bravo is available in configurations ranging from a single-function grabber (linear) or
rotate actuator up to the seven-function Bravo 7. The Reach Bravo range is a one-stop-shop for multiplying the manipulation
capability of your inspection class vehicle or other platform.
2.1 AVAILABLE CONFIGURATIONS
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Bravo 7 Bravo 5 Bravo 3 Bravo 2
Functions 7 5 3 2
Degrees-of-Freedom 6 4 2 1
Full-Extension Reach 900mm 750mm 410mm 320mm (static)
Dynamic Full-Extension Lift 10kg 12kg 15kg N/A
Base Joint Torque 110Nm 50Nm N/A
Max Dynamic Lift 15kg 20kg N/A
Max Axial Load 100kg 200kg
Wrist Torque 20Nm
Linear/Grabber Force 1000N
Weight (in Air) 9kg 7.5kg 3.8Kg 2.7Kg
Weight (in Water) 4.5kg 4kg 2.6kg 1.6kg
Joint Speed (24-48V) 45 - 80 deg/s
End-eector Repeatability < 1cm N/A
Bravo 3 | Three-Function Manipulator
RB-3001
2.2 END-EFFECTOR OPTIONS
RB-1055 RB-1041 RB-1043 RB-1044 SS RB-1042 RB-1034RB-1025
2.3 RELATED PRODUCTS AND ACCESSORIES
Master Arms
RM-5201 and RM-7201
Reach Control Pro
RC-2000
3 SPECIFICATIONS
3.1 MECHANICAL
See respective manuals of related products for details.
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3.2 DIMENSIONS, MODULES AND RANGE OF MOTION
J1
J2
J3
J4
J5
J6
J7
A: 365mm
B: 160mm
C: 292mm
D: 159mm
Max OD (E): 92mm
Min OD (F): 82mm
J1: 118mm
J2: Continuous (360°+)
J3: 180
J4 Continuous (360°+)
J5: 180
J6: 180
J7: Continuous (360°+)
F (ø)
B
C
DA
E (ø)
Bravo 7 – Dimensions and rotational capacity.
Bravo 7 – Module breakdown. Bravo 7 – Range of Motion side view.
3.2.1 Bravo 7
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Bravo 5 – Dimensions and rotational capacity.
Bravo 5 – Module breakdown. Bravo 5 – Range of Motion side view.
3.2.2 Bravo 5
J1: 0 to 118mm (standard)
J2: Continuous (360°+)
J3: 180°
J4: 180°
J5: Continuous (360°+)
A: 291mm
B: 364mm
C: 159mm
OD (D): 92mm
OD (E): 92mm
OD (F): 81.6mm
D (ø)
E (ø)
A
B
C
F (ø)
J3
J4
J2
J5
J1
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410mm Max Reach
206mm258mm 87mm Continuous (360°+)
Open &
close
180°
Continuous Rotate
(360°+)
Open and close
180mm 138mm142mm
137mm
3.2.3 Bravo 3
3.2.4 Bravo 2 (Grabber)
Bravo 2 – Module breakdown.
Bravo 3 – Module breakdown.Bravo 3 – Range of Motion side view.
Bravo 3 – Dimensions and rotational capacity.
Bravo 2 – Dimensions and rotational capacity.
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3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature Range -10°C to 35°C
Storage Temperature Range -10°C to 70°C
Depth Rating 450MSW
Housing Material Hard Anodized AL7075
Processor NVIDIA TX2
Interface Low-level Protocol Ethernet, RS485, and RS232
Proprietary Communication Protocol Reach Robotics Reach System Communication Protocol Document
(BPL-RCPD)
3.4 ELECTRICAL AND COMMUNICATION
3.4.1 Power Interface
Bravo 7 Bravo 5 Bravo 3 Bravo 2
Input Voltage 20-48V
Power Draw (Nominal with 10kg) 200W 60W
Power Draw (Max with 10kg) 300W 150W N/A
3.4.2 Communication Interface
3.5 KINEMATIC, DYNAMIC, DH PARAMETERS, AND OTHER PROPERTIES
For more detailed information to assist with research and low-level control/autonomy applications, please contact
Reach Robotics regarding our Reach System Research Data Pack.
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Note: 3D CAD files for our manipulators are available upon request to assist with integration.
4 INTERFACING AND INTEGRATION
4.1 BRAVO 5 / BRAVO 7
4.1.1 Mechanical
• MANIPULATOR BASE INTEGRATION
• CONNECTOR CLEARANCE
92mm
56mm
88mm
44mm
8mm
68mm
51mm
43.5mm
28mm
23mm
REAR 4 X 6.80 19.75
M8X1.25 - 6H 16
16
220mm
45mm
19mm
Bend Radius: 90mm 32.5mm
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4.1.2 Electrical
• POWER CONNECTOR - DWTEK MCBH4M
• COMMUNICATION CONNECTOR – DWTEK MCBH8ME
Bulkhead Connector Receptacle
Bulkhead Connector Receptacle
Pins Description Colour
1GND Black
2POWER White
3POWER Red
4GND Green
Pins Description Colour
1RS485 A Brown
2RS485 B Light brown
3RS232 TX (data to vehicle) Blue
4RS232 RX (data from vehicle) Light blue
5ETH RX- Orange
6ETH RX+ Light orange
7ETH TX- Green
8ETH TX+ Light green
Male Face View
Male Face View
Bulkhead Connector Receptacle
Bulkhead Connector Receptacle
MCIL4F - MC Inline, 4C Female to unterminated ends (100cm)
MCIL4F - MC Inline, 4C Female to unterminated ends (100cm)
4.1.3 Communication Protocol
Full details of the communication protocol are found in the Reach Communication Protocol Document (BPL-RCPD) (Contact
Reach Robotics for further details).
INLINE CABLE COLOUR CODE:
*1-2: Brown, Light brown
*3-4: Blue, Light blue
*5-6: Orange, Light orange
*7-8: Green, Light green
* Twisted pairs
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4.2 BRAVO 2 / BRAVO 3
4.2.1 Mechanical
• MANIPULATOR BASE INTEGRATION
Option 1 – Reach Bravo Mounting Kit
Option 2 – Direct Backplate Integration
Bravo 2 and 3 Mounting Kit Technical Drawings
Bravo 2 and 3 Mounting Kit Technical Drawings
45mm
10mm
90mm
25mm
110mm
139mm
11.4
11.4
21
56
21
86mm
82mm
62mm
R65
37.5mm
37.5mm
74 x 4mm
ACME Thread
M8X1.25 - 6H 8
5 X 6.80 10
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4.2.2 Electrical
• COMMUNICATION AND POWER CONNECTOR – DIL13F DBH13M
Bulkhead Connector Receptacle
Male Face View
Bulkhead Connector Receptacle
MCIL4F - MC Inline, 4C Female to unterminated ends (100cm)
Pins Description Colour
1GND Black
2NC Screen (orange wire on Bulkhead)
3VM White
4RS485 A Brown
5RS485 B Brown/White
6RS232 TX (data to vehicle) Blue
7RS232 RX (data from vehicle) Blue/White
8ETH RX- Orange
9ETH RX+ Orange/White
10 ETH TX- Green
11 ETH TX+ Green/White
12 VM Red
13 GND Green
INLINE CABLE COLOUR CODE:
1: Black
2: Screen (orange wire on bulkhead)
3: White
*4-5: Brown, Brown/white
*6-7: Blue, Blue/white
*8-9: Orange, Orange/white
*10-11: Green, Green/white
12: Red
13: Green
* Twisted pairs
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4.3 INTEGRATION ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
For more detailed information to assist with research and low-level control/autonomy applications, please contact
Reach Robotics regarding our Reach System Research Data Pack.
Reach Bravo manipulators can be controlled by using the Reach Control Graphical User Interface, an external input such as a
Gamepad or Reach Robotics Master Arm, or by implementing the Reach Control Communication Protocol for custom control
setups.
5 CONTROL OPTIONS
5.1 REACH CONTROL
Reach Control is available in two packages, Reach Control Lite (RC-1000) and Reach Control Pro (RC-2000). A comparison of
these packages are as follows:
Feature RC Lite RC Pro
Communication over TCP/IP, serial, or UDP Ye s Ye s
Diagnostics and status monitoring Ye s Ye s
Customisable limits of position, velocity, and force Ye s Ye s
Basic Kinematics for Obstacle Avoidance Ye s Ye s
Workspace Obstacle Avoidance Ye s Ye s
Number of Obstacles 1 8
Advanced Kinematics Engine Ye s Ye s
Cartesian (XYZ) End-Eector Control No Ye s
Eye-Ball Control (move arm with respect to tool/sensor orientation) No Ye s
Crack and Feature Measurement Tool No Ye s
Data Logging Tool No Ye s
Custom Probe Configuration No Ye s
End-Eector Tool Configuration No Ye s
Position Presets 2 4
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Reach Control (Lite and Pro) provides a graphical means to control each joint of the manipulator in position, velocity, or open
loop mode. Reach Control Pro provides a further option to operate the arm in Cartesian (XYZ) mode using the manipulators
kinematics engine. Every purchase of a Reach Bravo manipulator comes with an installation of Reach Control Lite included.
Reach Control Pro (RC-2000) is available as an upgrade option.
In-depth instructions are included within the Reach Control software interface explaining the function of each feature.
A simple HID gamepad (Reach Robotics supplied or BYO) can be used
in conjunction with Reach Control. The gamepad control inputs can
be customised and mapped to the dierent functions and joints of the
manipulator. The gamepad can be used to control the manipulator in
joint velocity, or end-eector Cartesian (XYZ) mode.
5.2 EXTERNAL INPUTS
5.2.1 Gamepad
The Reach Robotics Master Arm system is a topside controller that maps the human operator control inputs to the
movement of the manipulator’s joints in a corresponding manner. In this way, the Master Arm controller allows the
manipulator to ‘mimic’ the movement of the operator.
The following Master Arm products are available:
Further detail on the operation of the Master Arm system is available in the separate Master Arm Operators Manual from
Reach Robotics.
5.2.2 Master Arm
Master Arm for Seven-Function
Reach Manipulators
RM-7201
Master Arm for Five-Function Reach
Manipulators
RM-5201
5.3 LOW-LEVEL CONTROL IMPLEMENTATION
For users who wish to implement their own control systems such as OEMs or autonomous systems researchers, interfacing is
possible via the Reach Communication Protocol Document (BPL-RCPD).
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6 BENCH SETUP AND ACCEPTANCE TEST
6.1 BENCH SETUP
This section outlines the basic setup and testing procedure users should complete to ensure their arm is fully operational. The
following example is demonstrated with a Bravo 7.
If you experience any issues in following these steps, please contact Reach Robotics for technical support via info@
reachrobotics.com.
YOU WILL NEED :
6.1.1 Physical Interfacing
1. Unpack all Bravo components from case
3. Using the 5mm Allen Key, remove the screw and
washer from the end eector pushrod.
2. Use the provided 4xM8 bolts to fix the Bravo base
in position onto your mounting surface. Section 4.1.1
provides the mounting interface dimensions.
4. Connect the end eector onto the arm. Ensure
dowel pin is correctly aligned. Apply marine grease
to the thread of the jaws.
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• Reach Control
• Wall Power Outlet
• Computer or Laptop
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5. Ensure sheath is slid over pushrod. Rotate
pushrod by hand if needed.
7. Ensure the included power and communications
cables are securely connected to the Breakout
Board (BoB).
9. Connect the power supply to the BoB. Plug the
other end into a wall socket. Turn on.
6. Screw the collar to tighten. Fasten the screw with
the 5mm Allen key to secure.
8. Plug the power and communications cables into
the arm.
10. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the BoB to your
computer.
This completes the mechanical setup procedure. Please note, you also have the option of connecting the Reach Bravo via
Serial using the MicroUSB to USB cable.
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1. On your Windows computer, press START > type “Settings” > Network and Internet > Ethernet > Change Adaptor Options.
2. Double click the Ethernet connection to the Reach Bravo Arm. To
check if you have the correct Ethernet connection, unplug and re-plug
the cable. The correct connection should disappear and reappear.
3. Click ‘Properties’.
4. Highlight ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)’ > ‘Properties’. Set the IP Address to 192.168.2.1 and Subnet Mask to
255.255.255.0. Click OK and Close all windows.
6.1.2 Communication Setup
Reach Control will be provided to you digitally via email as well as on a USB within the Hard Carry Case.
6.1.3 Reach Control
1. Install Reach Control.
2. Open Reach Control > Settings (Cog Icon) > Ports > Add.
Click the new Port. Name your device. Select UDP as the communication method. Set the:
a. IP to 192.168.2.3
b. Port to 6789
c. Ensure Full-Duplex is selected
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