Bistable and Multistable Actuators for Soft Robots: Structures, Materials, and Functionalities
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202110384
Abstract: Snapâthrough bistability is often observed in nature (e.g., fast snapping to closure of Venus flytrap) and the life (e.g., bottle caps and hair clippers). Recently, harnessing bistability and multistability in different structures and soft materials… read more here.
Keywords: structures materials; bistable multistable; robots structures; multistable actuators ... See more keywords
4D Printed Actuators with Soft-Robotic Functions.
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DOI: 10.1002/marc.201700710
Abstract: Soft matter elements undergoing programed, reversible shape change can contribute to fundamental advance in areas such as optics, medicine, microfluidics, and robotics. Crosslinked liquid crystalline polymers have demonstrated huge potential to implement soft responsive elements;… read more here.
Keywords: actuators soft; soft robotic; robotic functions; geometry ... See more keywords
Dielectric Elastomer Actuators for Soft Wave-Handling Systems.
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DOI: 10.1089/soro.2016.0036
Abstract: This article presents a soft handling system inspired by the principle of the natural wave (named Wave-Handling system) aiming to offer a soft solution to delicately transport and sort fragile items such as fruits, vegetables,… read more here.
Keywords: wave handling; dielectric elastomer; system; elastomer actuators ... See more keywords
Sleeved Bending Actuators for Soft Grippers: A Durable Solution for High Force-to-Weight Applications
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DOI: 10.3390/act7030040
Abstract: Soft grippers are known for their ability to interact with objects that are fragile, soft or of an unknown shape, as well as humans in collaborative robotics applications. However, state-of-the-art soft grippers lack either payload… read more here.
Keywords: bending actuators; actuators soft; high force; soft grippers ... See more keywords