Compliant Robotic Structures. Part 2

Abstract

This is a continuation of studies on complaint robotic structures, which are tube-like, continuously flexible arms or fingers that are designed to extend, bend or twist when pressurized. Conceptual designs are tempered by a knowledge of muscle structure in selected animals. The results of the second year studies are reported in three chapters. Chapter I presents an overview of muscle structure and function in a variety of soft animal parts. Chapter II focuses on large deformations of complaint torsion elements for robotic wrist action. Chapter III deals with the analysis and conceptual design of complaint robotic arms undergoing large deformations. Keywords: computer programs; cylindrical shells; manipulators.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA175333

Entities

People

  • James F. Wilson

Organizations

  • Duke University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Autonomy
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cells
  • Civil Engineering
  • Composite Materials
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Coordinate Systems
  • Differential Equations
  • Geometry
  • Internal Pressure
  • Materials
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Payload
  • Stresses
  • Two Dimensional

Readers

  • Business Analytics
  • Circadian Sleep-Wake Regulation and Chronobiology
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - Autonomous Systems
  • Autonomy