Hon Hai Precision Industry had eight patents in robotics during Q4 2023. Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd filed patents for obstacle avoidance mechanisms and anti-collision mechanisms for sweeping robots, as well as a lifting mechanism for robots. These mechanisms use sensors and detection elements to detect obstacles, changes in magnetic fields, and heights, allowing the robots to stop, turn, or adjust their position accordingly to avoid collisions and enhance their service life. GlobalData’s report on Hon Hai Precision Industry gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Hon Hai Precision Industry grant share with robotics as a theme is 37% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Obstacle aviodance mechanism and sweeping robot (Patent ID: US20230346189A1)
The patent filed by Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd describes an obstacle avoidance mechanism for a sweeping robot that includes a shield module and a photosensitive module. The shield module, consisting of a sliding block, shading element, and elastic element, is designed to block the light path of the photosensitive module when the baffle collides with an obstacle, triggering a signal to stop or turn the road wheel of the robot. This mechanism enhances the robot's obstacle avoidance function and prolongs its service life by preventing collisions.
The mechanism operates by utilizing the movement of the sliding block in response to the obstacle, compressing the elastic element to block the light path, and releasing it to unblock the path. The photosensitive module, with an optical transmitting unit and receiving unit, detects these changes and sends signals to the controller to control the robot's movement. The design also includes a bottom plate and connecting piece for stability and a dust sensor with a dust suction device for environmental cleaning, showcasing a comprehensive approach to robot functionality and maintenance.
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