Abstract: A twisting problem is identified from the central located flexible backbone continuum robot. Regarding this problem, a design solution is required to mechanically minimize this twisting angle along the backbone. Further, ...

Abstract: Dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs) have been widely studied in soft robotics due to their muscle-like movements. Linear DEAs are typically tensioned using compression springs with positive stiffness or weights directly ...

Abstract: The production of freeform components is challenging, not only from the point of view of process optimization but also when it comes to the selection and design of the fixturing systems. Currently, most commercially available ...