Clearpath Husky
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Clearpath Husky
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Superusers
- Ivan Penskiy (ipenskiy@umd.edu)
Overview
The Clearpath Husky is a medium-sized unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed for research and industrial applications in outdoor environments. It has a steel chassis, an all-wheel-drive electric drivetrain, and can carry payloads up to 75 kg. The platform supports various sensors and accessories via standard mounting plates and power interfaces. It is equipped with ROS 2, and supports integration with GPS, LiDAR, cameras, and other peripherals. The Husky is suitable for tasks such as autonomous navigation, mapping, and mobility testing on uneven or off-road terrain.
Location
E.A. Fernandez IDEA Factory (Bldg. 228), room 3119.Physical specifications
| Dimensions | 990 x 670 x 390 mm (39 x 26.4 x 14.6 in) |
| Wheelbase | 512 mm (20.2 in) |
| Weight | 50 kg (110 lbs) |
| Payload (max) | 75 kg (165 lbs) |
| Speed (max) | 1.0 m/s (3.3 ft/s) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5 in) |
| Climb grade | 45° |
| Battery | 24 V, 20 Ah (sealed lead acid) |
Important documents and useful links
Reservation
Husky UGV must be reserved before using. The reservation is done using the Google calendar (EAF-3119hu). Users will be able to reserve the equipment personally after attending the RAL lab orientation and then getting trained on the equipment.
Video demonstration
The following videos demonstrate capabilities and the some aspects of operating the Husky UGV:Important reminders
- Maintain a safe distance of at least 10 m from the robot whenever possible.
- Never assume that the robot can be reliably stopped on command.
- Always be vigilant around the robot, even when a stop is asserted.
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Shutting down procedures
- Stop the ROS communication with the robot.
- Turn OFF Husky by pressing the power button on the robot.
Gaining access to equipment
Contact the lab manager (ipenskiy@umd.edu).