An Improved Perry-Robertson Theory for Buckling Prediction of Unidirectional-Fiber-Reinforced Composite Insulators. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Shi Y, Li W, Su X, Zhang L.
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Compliant Pneumatic Feet with Real‐Time Stiffness Adaptation for Humanoid Locomotion
Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.A compliant pneumatic foot with real‐time variable stiffness enables humanoid robots to adapt to changing terrains. Using onboard vision and pressure control, the foot modulates stiffness within each gait cycle, reducing impact forces and improving balance. The design, cast in soft silicone with embedded air chambers and Kevlar wrapping, offers durable,
Irene Frizza +3 more
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Multi-Functional Performance of Upcycled High-Density Polyurethane Floor Fillers in Multi-Story RC Buildings: A Combined Seismic Mitigation, Thermal Insulation, and Sustainability Approach, with Field Validation on an Existing Building. [PDF]
Polymers (Basel)Sak ÖF.
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Muscle Control of an Extra Robotic Digit
Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.This study compares muscle‐ and movement‐based control for operating a supernumerary robotic thumb. While movement control performs better in the proposed tasks, muscle‐based (EMG) control promotes broader motor learning. The results highlight the promise and challenges of using biosignals for human augmentation, offering new insights into intuitive ...
Julien Russ +7 more
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Damage Characteristics and Life Prediction of Desert Sand Concrete Under the Combined Effect of Continuous Axial Compressive Loading and Semi-Immersion in Mixed Salt. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Tian Y, Gong L, Luo L, Qin Y, Wang X.
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Hybrid Continuum Robot Designs and Architectures for Healthcare Applications
Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.Hybrid continuum robots represent an emerging class of flexible manipulators that blend materials, structures, and actuation concepts from the established fields of soft and continuum robotics. This review introduces an accessible framework to distinguish key hybridization approaches, surveys current designs aimed at complex clinical applications, and ...
Burak Ozdemir +4 more
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Intelligent optimization of natural gas pipeline compressor stations. [PDF]
iScienceZhao Z, Li L, Sun Z, Lv Q, Li X.
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Efficient and Robust Standing Postures of Quadruped Robots
Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.A calibrated static framework estimates load, optimizes torques, and adapts posture so quadruped robots stand efficiently and robustly under external payloads, achieving up to 50% lower torque demand. Inspired by the natural posture adjustments of animals under external loading, this article presents an optimization‐based framework for minimizing joint
Mohamad Kanaan +5 more
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Robust Control of Distribution Static Compensator in Self-Excited Induction Generator-Based Wind Energy Systems Under Sensor Failures and Abnormal Load Conditions. [PDF]
Sensors (Basel)Özer AS, Karaca H.
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LLM‐Integrated Human–Robot Interaction System for Microrobots
Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.This paper proposes an LLM‐based control framework for guiding microrobots using human natural language. This framework can convert the natural human speech into safe and executable command sets for reliable navigation in complex environments. The experimental results show high accuracy and robustness in task performance, demonstrating the potential of
Bairong Zhu, Amar Salehi, Tingting Yu
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