PILOT ERGONOMICS
One of the essential design criteria was to locate the pilot inside the robot's head just like the popular fantasy TRANSFORMER and GOBOT toys.

Due to concern for the unusual attitudes the pilot would encounter during a show, a simple simulator was built to investigate possible arm control and finger dexterity problems.

FIGURE 8a. Horizontal Driving Position

FIGURE 8b. Maximum Forward Tilt of Head

FIGURE 8c. Maximum Aft Tilt of Head

December 31, 1988 - Robosaurus New Years Eve party. Michelle Malewicki takes a "free" test ride.

FIGURE 8d. Head Structure Horizontal

FIGURE 8e. Maximum Forward Tilt
Note the pair of 4" bore cylinders operating the jaw.

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