• Title/Summary/Keyword: Soft Robotics

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High-Frequency Dimmable Electronic Ballast for Automotive HID Lamps

  • Chiu, Huang-Jen;Huang, Hsiu-Ming;Lin, Li-Wei;Mou, Shann-Chyi;Liu, Pang-Jung
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2005.06a
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    • pp.1361-1365
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    • 2005
  • This paper presents a high-frequency electronic ballast for HID lamps. A new fixed frequency dimming method with low EMI features is developed in this research. The proposed electronic ballast has the advantages of high power density, simple circuit and low EMI features. The circuit operating principle and design procedures are described in detail. A laboratory prototype was built and tested. The simulation and experimental waveforms verify the feasibility of the proposed scheme.

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4D printing with smart materials and structures (스마트 소재 및 구조 기반 4D 프린팅 기술 동향)

  • Song, Hyeonseo;Kim, Jiyun
    • Ceramist
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    • v.23 no.1
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    • pp.27-37
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    • 2020
  • Recently, 4D printing technology has received considerable attention in various industries and research fields including soft robotics, tissue engineering, electronics. In 4D printing process, 3D printed object transforms itself into programmed structure by the input of external energy. Thus, this process requires not only smart materials, capable of changing their properties or features in response to external stimuli such as electricity, temperature, light, etc., but also smart structures, multi-material 3D printing, simulation and so on. In this review, the concept, technical elements and potential of 4d printing are presented.

Optimal Guidance and Nonlinear Tracking Control for a Lunar Lander

  • Hwang, Myung-Shin;Kim, Jin-Ho
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2001.10a
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    • pp.167.2-167
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    • 2001
  • This paper presents guidance and control laws which guarantee a minimum fuel consumption and have obustness against various disturbances during a terminal-landing phase on the lunar surface. The nonlinear robust tracking control system is designed to track the reference profiles, which are expressed by exponential functions. An adjustment law in the tracking controller is given in the form of the differential equations with respect to the controller´s variable gains. Computer simulations are performed to examine the tracking accuracy, the robustness in a thrust failure mode, and the vertical soft landing at a pre-assigned point on the lunar surface. The results of numerical simulation show the effectiveness of the present control law.

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A Study on Stable Grasping Control of Dual-Fingers with Soft-Tips

  • Sim, Jae-Goon;Yang, Soon-Yong;Han, Hyun-Yong;Lee, Byung-Ryon;Ahn, kyung-Kwan;Kim, Sung-Su;Park, Kyung-Taek
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2002.10a
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    • pp.108.4-108
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    • 2002
  • This paper aims to derive a mathematical model of the dynamics of handling tasks in robot fingers which stably grasps and manipulates a rigid object with some dexterity. Firstly, a set of differential equation describing dynamics of the manipulators and object together with geometric constraint of tight area-contacts is formulated by Lagrange's equation. Secondly, problems of controlling both the internal force and the rotation angle of the grasped object under the constraints of tight area-contacts are discussed. The effect of geometric constraints of area-contacts on motion of the overall system is analyzed and a method of computer simulation for differential-algebraic equations of overall...

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Seven axis modular type pneumatic manipulator development (7축 모듈라형 공기압 매니퓰레이터 개발)

  • 김동수;김용채;김형의
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 1991.10a
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    • pp.968-973
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    • 1991
  • Seven axis modular type pneumatic manipulator is composed of electro-pneumatic automation system which contributes to factory automation by performing loading & unloading process successively which is simple routine work of dealing item of machine tool, catapult, assembly machine, welding machine and so on. In this study, we obtained soft and quick movement in a large space and good reliability motion of various function by combining several actuators which perform rotation movement as well as linear movement at the same time. Gripper which apply to rotary sensor transmitted a structure to demanded position. This development item of 5kgf load prevent stick-slip phenomena of stroke end by designing high cushion internal. We develope flexible manipulator which conforms to demand of user by applying multiple sequence program.

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Design of controllers for Angle control of Aerodynamic Plant using SEVA (SEVA를 이용한 Aerodynamic Plant의 각도 제어를 위한 제어기의 설계)

  • 나승유;배희종;기효종
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2000.10a
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    • pp.49-49
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    • 2000
  • Sensors are used to measure the states in need for control in a closed-loop system. Accuracy, reliability, stability of sensors are closely related to the controller performance. In case of sensor faults, they are detected by examining the sensor output values and the major values of the system. And then the types of the faults are recognized by the analysis of symptoms of faults. In this paper, a self-validating sensor is applied to the control of an aerodynamic plant system with the sensor fault problems in the potentiometer module for exact positioning to show the applicability. We propose a digital controller can provide a satisfactory loop performance even when the sensor faults occur.

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Nanoparticle based Wearable Sensor (나노입자 기반의 웨어러블 센서)

  • Woo, Ho Kun;Ahn, Junhyuk;Oh, Soong ju
    • Ceramist
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    • v.22 no.1
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    • pp.4-16
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    • 2019
  • Recently, wearable sensors have received considerable attention in a variety of research fields and industries as the importance of wearable healthcare systems, soft robotics and bio-integrated devices increased. However, expensive and complex processes are hindering the commercialization of wearable sensors. Nanoparticle presents some of solutions to these problems as its adjustable for processability and tunable properties. In this paper, the recent development of nanoparticle based pressure and strain sensors was reviewed, and a discussion on their strategies to overcome the conventional limitation and operating principles is presented.

Technical Trends of Metal Nanowire-Based Electrode (금속 나노와이어 기반 전극 기술 개발 동향)

  • Shin, Yoo Bin;Ju, Yun Hee;Kim, Jong-Woong
    • Journal of the Microelectronics and Packaging Society
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    • v.26 no.4
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    • pp.15-22
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    • 2019
  • Metallic nanowires (MNWs) have recently been considered as one of the most promising candidates for flexible electrodes of advanced electronics including wearable devices, electronic skins, and soft robotics, since they have high aspect ratio in physical shape, low percolation threshold, high ductility and optical transparency. Herein, we review the latest findings related to the MNWs and discuss the properties and potentials of this material that can be used in implementation of various advanced electronic devices.

Current Development in Bio-implantable Sensors

  • Swarup, Biswas;Yongju, Lee;Hyojeong, Choi;Hyeok, Kim
    • Journal of Sensor Science and Technology
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    • v.31 no.6
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    • pp.403-410
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    • 2022
  • Flexible and wearable sensing technologies have emerged as a result of developments in interdisciplinary research across several fields, bringing together various subjects such as biology, physics, chemistry, and information technology. Moreover, various types of flexible wearable biocompatible devices, such customized medical equipment, soft robotics, bio-batteries, and electronic skin patches, have been developed over the last several years that are extensively employed to monitor biological signals. As a result, we present an updated overview of new bio-implantable sensor technologies for various applications and a brief review of the state-of-the-art technologies.

Micropatterning of Polyimide and Liquid Crystal Elastomer Bilayer for Smart Actuator (스마트 액추에이터를 위한 폴리이미드 및 액정 엘라스토머 이중층의 미세패터닝)

  • Yerin Sung;Hyun Seung Choi;Wonseong Song;Vanessa;Yuri Kim;Yeonhae Ryu;Youngjin Kim;Jaemin Im;Dae Seok Kim;Hyun Ho Choi
    • Journal of Adhesion and Interface
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    • v.25 no.1
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    • pp.169-274
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    • 2024
  • Recent attention has been drawn to materials that undergo reversible expansion and contraction in response to external stimuli, leading to morphological changes. These materials hold potential applications in various fields including soft robotics, sensors, and artificial muscles. In this study, a novel material capable of responding to high temperatures for protection or encapsulation is proposed. To achieve this, liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) with nematic-isotropic transition properties and polyimide (PI) with high mechanical strength and thermal stability were utilized. To utilize a solution process, a dope solution was synthesized and introduced into micro-printing techniques to develop a two-dimensional pattern of LCE/PI bilayer structures with sub-millimeter widths. The honeycomb-patterned LCE/PI bilayer mesh combined the mechanical strength of PI with the high-temperature contraction behavior of LCE, and selective printing of LCE facilitated deformation in desired directions at high temperatures. Consequently, the functionality of selectively and reversibly encapsulating specific high-temperature materials was achieved. This study suggests potential applications in various actuator fields where functionalities can be implemented across different temperature ranges without the need for electrical energy input, contingent upon molecular changes in LCE.