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Recent #Soft Robotics news in the semiconductor industry

idw-online
3 months ago

If we want truly intelligent robots, improving the design of their bodies is essential

➀ Current robots prioritize AI-driven software control, but their mechanical limitations hinder agility and energy efficiency compared to biological systems;

➁ Embodied intelligence integrates control into robot physiques, reducing computational demands and enabling passive adaptation to environments;

➂ Soft robots using physical mechanisms like self-oscillating valves exemplify hybrid designs balancing software and mechanical intelligence for future applications.

AISoft Robotics
electronicsforu
9 months ago

Hybrid Structures For Soft Robotics

➀ Researchers at the University of Queensland have developed a 3D printing method to create liquid metal robotics that mimic the strength and flexibility of animal musculoskeletal systems; ➁ The hybrid structures, made from soft liquid metal nanoparticles and rigid gallium-based nanorods, are designed to emulate mammalian movement; ➂ The technology has potential applications in medical rehabilitation devices and assistive technology.
3D printingNanoparticlesSoft Robotics
electronicsforu
12 months ago

Advanced Magnetically Driven Soft Jumping Robot

➀ Researchers from Zhejiang University have developed a new soft jumping robot that uses magnetic actuation and bistable mechanisms to achieve advanced jumping capabilities; ➁ The robot demonstrates higher and faster jumps compared to previous models, with a takeoff speed over 2 meters per second and response time under 15 milliseconds; ➂ The robot can jump more than 108 times its body height and is capable of navigating complex terrains.
Bistable MechanismsElastic MaterialsJumping RobotsMagnetic ActuationReal-world ApplicationsRobotics ResearchSoft Roboticsrobotics
electronicsforu
about 1 year ago

Soft Robotic Hand For Future Surgical Applications

1. Researchers at TU/e have developed a soft robotic hand using liquid crystals and graphene for future surgical applications. 2. The use of these materials addresses limitations faced by current soft robots in water-rich environments like the human body. 3. This innovation aims to enhance precision and flexibility in surgical procedures, offering new solutions for tasks such as clamping and suturing.
Soft Roboticsgraphenemedical technology