Dynamic modeling issues for contact tasks of flexible robotic manipulators

The nonlinear integro-differential equations of motion of a two-link structurally flexible planar manipulator executing contact tasks are presented. The equations of motion are derived using the extended Hamilton's principle and the Galerkin criterion. Also, Models for the wrist-force sensor and impact that occurs when the manipulator's end point makes contact withthe environment are presented. The dynamic models presented can be used to studythe dynamics of the system and to design controllers.