A framework for the automated design and modelling of soft robotic systems

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Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)9-12
Number of pages4
JournalCIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology
Volume66
Issue number1
Publication statusPublished - 12 May 2017

Abstract

The introduction of collaborative robots is expected to have a positive impact on industrial assembly. In this respect, new generations of robots that can deform and yield in a collision, thus being less harmful, seem a promising supplement to traditional rigid-link robots. Recently, these so-called soft robots have received significant attention and are now beginning to unfold their potential in industrial automation. This paper presents a framework for a soft robot design and modelling tool that effectively combines finite element analysis, continuum robot modelling, and machine learning. To validate the proposed method, a soft actuator is designed, modelled, and tested.

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    Hybrid assembly system, Modelling, Soft robotics

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A framework for the automated design and modelling of soft robotic systems. / Runge-Borchert, Gundula; Raatz, Annika.
In: CIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 66, No. 1, 12.05.2017, p. 9-12.

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