Human–Robot Variable-Impedance Skill Transfer Learning Based on Dynamic Movement Primitives and a Vision System

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Abstract
To enhance robotic adaptability in dynamic environments, this study proposes a multimodal framework for skill transfer. The framework integrates vision-based kinesthetic teaching with surface electromyography (sEMG) signals to estimate human impedance. We establish a Cartesian-space model of upper-limb stiffness, linearly mapping sEMG signals to end-point stiffness. For flexible task execution, dynamic movement primitives (DMPs) generalize learned skills across varying scenarios. An adaptive admittance controller, incorporating sEMG-modulated stiffness, is developed and validated on a UR5 robot. Experiments involving elastic-band stretching demonstrate that the system successfully transfers human impedance characteristics to the robot, enhancing stability, environmental adaptability, and safety during physical interaction.
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  • Bureau of Science and Technology of Zhongshan City (Social Public Welfare and Basic Research Project of Zhongshan City) (2023B2011)

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