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A robotic stylet is proposed based on a multisegment continuum mechanism for specialized assisting endotracheal intubation. Its geometric parameters are designed based on medical images and kinematic is derived. A prototype is fabricated, and its kinematics and application are experimentally verified. These robotic systems can improve accurate, secure,
Jiangzhen Guo+8 more
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Bioinspired Design, Fabrication, and Wing Morphing of 3D‐Printed Magnetic Butterflies
Inspired by the remarkable flight of monarch butterflies, lightweight, 3D‐printed magnetic butterflies are fabricated that mimic natural wing morphing without embedded electronics. By varying size, vein patterns, and laser energy in powder bed fusion printing, how these factors enhance deformation efficiency is shown.
Muhammad Bilal Khan+7 more
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Implementation of a Biologically Inspired Responsive Joint Attention System for a Social Robot
This work introduces a responsive joint attention system in the social robot Mini, enabling dynamic, human‐like responses based on the user's head, body, and gaze. The system enhances user engagement and robot responsiveness. An experiment reveals significant improvements in social presence when the system is active, validating its effectiveness in ...
Jesús García‐Martínez+4 more
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Advances in 3D and 4D Printing of Soft Robotics and Their Applications
This article summarizes the development of 3D‐printed soft robotics in the recent decade. The article discusses the printing capabilities of different additive manufacturing technologies in terms of soft polymers, multimaterial printability, soft robotic printing, and 4D printing.
Hao Liu+5 more
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This article proposes a soft wearable robot (WeaRo) to assist workers while executing manual handling tasks. With its innovative design, the WeaRo effectively assists multiple body parts during manual handling tasks while using a single motor. Furthermore, the components of the WeaRo are assembled onto a fabric‐based suit, ensuring high performance and
Dongun Lee+3 more
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Cyborg insects’ low open‐loop control precision and limited sensor payload hinder applications. This article introduces an exoskeleton that improves motion precision and payload capacity. With a 7.2 cm × 14 cm size, it enhances load capacity to over 400 g and enables high‐precision movement without feedback control, expanding application scenarios for ...
Rui Li+5 more
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Real‐Time Motion Generation for Robot Manipulators in Complex Dynamic Environments
A motion generation method for robot manipulators in complex dynamic environments is presented. The method integrates global motion planning with local obstacle avoidance, ensuring continuous movement toward dynamically measured target poses. An online distance calculation algorithm is developed, and a collision‐free motion generator is proposed that ...
Tianyu Zhang+6 more
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Compliant Robotics in Space: A Prospective Review of Soft and Deformable Systems for Space Missions
Compliant robots are increasingly becoming integral to space exploration due to their adaptability, flexibility, and lightweight design. This article reviews categories such as soft, reconfigurable, and hyper‐redundant robots and their evolving role in enhancing space missions.
Hamed Rahimi Nohooji, Holger Voos
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Design and Analysis for a Diving‐Beetle‐Inspired Swimming Robot with Multi‐Flexible Appendages
This article presents a bionic underwater robot inspired by the swimming behavior of diving beetles. The robot features flexible appendages and a specialized motion controller to mimic the beetle's swimming gaits. Extensive experiments show improved thrust, speed, and maneuverability.
Xinyi Gao+6 more
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Untethered Autonomous Holonomic Mobile Micromanipulator for Operations in Isolated Confined Spaces
Herein, a lightweight (515 g), compact (10 cm3), untethered holonomic mobile micromanipulator powered by piezoelectric actuators is presented. It autonomously manipulates mm to sub‐mm objects and droplets in narrow, hazardous spaces, achieving 0.18 ± 0.51 mm positioning accuracy and −0.4° ± 1.2° angular deviation.
Ryosuke Kinoshita+7 more
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