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Why Robot Arms Cant Detect Their Own Joint Temperature
Episode 41 of The Robotics Podcast with Fexingo dives into a hidden challenge in robotics: joint temperature sensing. Lucas and Luna examine why even advanced robot arms lack reliable internal temperature feedback, causing drift, wear, and unexpected failures. They discuss how thermal expansion affects precision in tasks like assembly and machining, and why adding sensors isn't straightforward. The episode covers real-world cases from industrial robot fleets, the trade-offs between cost and accuracy, and emerging research on self-calibrating thermal models. Tune in to learn why a robot…
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