Integrated proximity, contact and force sensing using elastomer-embedded commodity proximity sensors
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DOI: 10.1007/s10514-018-9751-4
Abstract: We describe a combined proximity, contact and force (PCF) sensor based on a commodity infrared distance sensor embedded in a transparent elastomer with applications in robotic manipulation. Prior to contact, the sensor works as a… read more here.
Keywords: elastomer; proximity contact; force; contact ... See more keywords
Optical Microfibers for Sensing Proximity and Contact in Human-Machine Interfaces.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c23716
Abstract: The monitoring of proximity-contact events is essential for human-machine interactions, intelligent robots, and healthcare monitoring. We report a dual-modal sensor made with two functionalized optical microfibers (MFs), which is inspired by the somatosensory system of… read more here.
Keywords: human machine; contact; optical microfibers; proximity contact ... See more keywords