Development of a heavy load transfer robot on a overhead power transmission tower．

Abstract

Construction of overhead power transmission towers places a heavy burden on workers because they must carry heavy loads to the top of the towers．In addition，the number of workers required is numerous，which is an obstacle to the work style reform．In this research, we apply the technology of the space elevator climber and develop a transport robot that can transport heavy loads along ropes to the top of overhead power transmission towers．The target weight to be transported is 100 kg．If successfully developed，the robot will reduce the number of safety control workers and improve the work style and safety on site．