Hand Force Reflection Using Pneumatic Muscle Actuators
Abstract
Work on this project to develop a hand force reflection device using pneumatic muscles actuators has now been in progress for 3 months. Progress to date has included: i) an extensive study of the human hand and its skeletal and muscular behavior, ii) a comprehensive study of presently available force reflection hand masters, iii) A study of the pneumatic muscle actuators and their models with a view to selection of muscles for use on the hand master, iv) Specification of prototype I of the pneumatic muscle powered hand master, v) Construction of muscles for the hand master. These activities are discussed within this report. At this stage of the project, work is progressing in line with the plan outlined in the original proposal document. Based on the success to date, progress to the next stage will continue as planned. There is no need to change to work plan, and it is presently expected that progress towards the completion of stage 2 will be made on time and to budget.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 24, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA437448
Entities
People
- C. Favede
Organizations
- University of Salford