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Strong‐Magnetic Flexible Composites for Magnetically Responsive Soft Robots

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This perspective provides an overview of the performance mechanisms, preparation methods, and applications of strong magnetic flexible composite materials in soft actuators (such as gripping, movement, and sensing), and further explores current opportunities and challenges.
Wenwen Li, Shuai Liu, Xinyi Wang, Xinglong Gong, Shouhu Xuan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

An Introduction to micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) [PDF]

, 2005
The remarkable progress ofMEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) research has reached the stage where practical applications are intensely pursued. Based on highperformance systems cornmercial products have made remarkable progress in many fields ...
Sáenz, Juan Pablo
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Strain sensing with sub-micron sized Al-AlOx-Al tunnel junctions

, 2009
We demonstrate a local strain sensing method for nanostructures based on metallic Al tunnel junctions with AlOx barriers. The junctions were fabricated on top of a thin silicon nitride membrane, which was actuated with an AFM tip attached to a stiff ...
Duzer T. V., Enss C., I. J. Maasilta, J. T. Lievonen, M. Ahlskog, P. J. Koppinen   +5 more
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A Review on Sensor Technologies, Control Approaches, and Emerging Challenges in Soft Robotics

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This review provides an introspective of sensors and controllers in soft robotics. Initially describing the current sensing methods, then moving on to the control methods utilized, and finally ending with challenges and future directions in soft robotics focusing on the material innovations, sensor fusion, and embedded intelligence for sensors and ...
Ean Lovett, Maxwell Hammond, Niloufar Seyfi, Amirreza Fahim Golestaneh, Venanzio Cichella, Caterina Lamuta   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Self‐sensing piezoresistive aerospace composites based on CNTs and 2D material coated fabric sensors

Electron
The ongoing fourth industrial revolution, also known as “Industry 4.0” is the driving force behind the digitalization of various manufacturing systems by incorporating smart autonomous systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, and artificial ...
Tayyab Khan, Rehan Umer
doaj   +1 more source

The piezoresistive effect in electron irradiated silicon and its application to the improvement of semiconductor strain gages [PDF]

Piezoresistive effect in electron irradiated silicon and application to improved semiconductor strain ...
Littlejohn, M. A., Loggins, C. D., Jr.
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Array atomic force microscopy for real-time multiparametric analysis. [PDF]

, 2019
Nanoscale multipoint structure-function analysis is essential for deciphering the complexity of multiscale biological and physical systems. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) allows nanoscale structure-function imaging in various operating environments and ...
Azam, Farooq, Cauwenberghs, Gert, Head, Brian P, Herum, Kate M, John, Scott, Lal, Ratnesh, Lee, Joon, Liu, Zhaowei, Lo, Yu-Hwa, Ma, Qian, McCulloch, Andrew D, Patel, Nirav, Tang, Hanmei, Wang, Chonghe, Wang, Jun, Wang, Shanshan, Xu, Sheng, Yang, Qingqing, Yen, Tony M   +18 more
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Multi-axis MEMS force sensor for measuring friction components involved in dexterous micromanipulation: Design and optimization.

, 2015
International audienceAt the nanoscale and for particular applications such as dexterous micro-manipulation, two Degrees of Freedom nanotribometers are no longer adequate for studying and characterizing the contacts.
Agnus, Joël, Billot, Margot, Piat, Emmanuel, Stempflé, Philippe, Xu, Xin   +4 more
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TacScope: A Miniaturized Vision‐Based Tactile Sensor for Surgical Applications

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
TacScope is a compact, vision‐based tactile sensor designed for robot‐assisted surgery. By leveraging a curved elastomer surface with pressure‐sensitive particle redistribution, it captures high‐resolution 3D tactile feedback. TacScope enables accurate tumor detection and shape classification beneath soft tissue phantoms, offering a scalable, low‐cost ...
Md Rakibul Islam Prince, Sheeraz Athar, Pokuang Zhou, Yu She   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Superlubricated Magnetically Steerable Microcatheter with Integrated Optical and Fluidic Channels

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A magnetically steerable microcatheter with integrated optical and fluidic channels is developed for multifunctional navigation in tortuous anatomical environments. A surface‐grafted hydrogel coating enables low‐friction actuation. The device demonstrates stable light and fluid delivery during magnetic manipulation, offering a compact platform for ...
Yuntian Du, Ruokun He, Luqi Li, Hesheng Wang, Zhuo‐Chen Ma, Bing Han   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source