Compliant Bi-bellows actuator with PVDF force-shape sensing

Yoel Shapiro, Alon Wolf, Gabor Kosa

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Abstract

Soft actuators are a key-stone for safe humanrobots interaction, but deformation of compliant manipulators complicates their control. We propose using feedback from a deflection sensor consisting of a thin piezoelectric polymer. A Bi-bellows actuator was used as test-bed for demonstrating shape-tracking during free actuation, and also detection of contact with an obstacle. This sensor will enable accurate kinematic control of compliant manipulators and introduce in conjunction force sensing capabilities.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2012 4th IEEE RAS and EMBS International Conference on Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics, BioRob 2012
Pages1602-1606
Number of pages5
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
Event2012 4th IEEE RAS and EMBS International Conference on Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics, BioRob 2012 - Rome, Italy
Duration: 24 Jun 201227 Jun 2012

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IEEE RAS and EMBS International Conference on Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics

Conference

Conference2012 4th IEEE RAS and EMBS International Conference on Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics, BioRob 2012
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityRome
Period24/06/1227/06/12

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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