I am an edge case among engineers, as I hold an advanced degree in mechanical engineering, but have switched paths to software. Recently, my interests have focused on robotics design and simulation, and using spatial reality visualization to enhance a user's understanding of the robot. Those who have tried to break into robotics simulation recognize the barriers to entry of some of the standard software. For example, the Robot Operating System, or ROS, which is an excellent, open-source repository of simulation tools. It is also, in many respects, an *operating system*, complete with Linux bindings, package managers, plugins, and a large footprint on your hard drive. I love ROS, but I also am setting out to make a lightweight system, friendly to newcomers, with a novel interface. ARMOR provides a strong subset of the capabilities that you can find in desktop software like Gazebo and MuJoCo, while being a simple App Store install on iPhone, iPad, or Mac. In fact, it maintains full export compatibility, meaning when you hit a limitation in the ARMOR app, you can always save your file to SDF/URDF or MJCF formatted outputs, and resume your project on your desktop. I hope by simplifying the entry point, we can help foster the creativity of engineers entering the robotics industry!

ARMOR

The professional robotics workstation for iOS and Mac

The professional robotics workstation for iOS and Mac