Encoder parameters
Posted: 12 Mar 2013, 19:49
First, I'd like to say that V-rep has been fantastic so far. It's intuitive, powerful and fun!
One thing that I would like to see various encoder sensors integrated into V-Rep. Currently, through the API, we have the ability to get the position of revolute joints which is what I am using to simulate an absolute encoder. With some additional coding, I have been able to infer the equivalent incremental encoder output. However, it would have been nice if this was integrated right into the simulator rather than requiring me to write a plugin since these are such ubiquitous devices. I would imagine somethng like this could be a selectable parameters on a revolute joint (an "Enable Encoder" button)
If implementing an incremental encoder, it would great to see selectable resolution (CPR) and perhaps parameters to simulate non-idealities in the encoder (bounce is the first thing that comes to mind).
One thing that I would like to see various encoder sensors integrated into V-Rep. Currently, through the API, we have the ability to get the position of revolute joints which is what I am using to simulate an absolute encoder. With some additional coding, I have been able to infer the equivalent incremental encoder output. However, it would have been nice if this was integrated right into the simulator rather than requiring me to write a plugin since these are such ubiquitous devices. I would imagine somethng like this could be a selectable parameters on a revolute joint (an "Enable Encoder" button)
If implementing an incremental encoder, it would great to see selectable resolution (CPR) and perhaps parameters to simulate non-idealities in the encoder (bounce is the first thing that comes to mind).