4 accepted papers
Acoustic transmission, or sound, can effectively communicate information over distances through various media. We focus on generating acoustic transmission using pneumatically driven resonators for wireless tactile sensing without the need for any electronics at the end-effector or contact point. We
We present SunBot, a robotic system for the study and implementation of fish-inspired tearing manipulations. Various fish species–such as the sunburst butterflyfish-feed on prey fixed to substrates, a maneuver previously not demonstrated by robotic fish which typically specialize for open water swim…
Soft robots capable of dexterous manipulation can enable the exploration of extreme environments. Equipping these robots with tactile sensing is a challenge, as sensors must be flexible, stretchable, and robust to environmental conditions. We present a tactile sensor design with a pneumatically driv
Real world environments, such as kitchens, present objects covered in viscous fluids: soap, oil, water, etc. Understanding and designing for slippery and submerged contact, where fluid lubrication is present, is a continuing challenge in the robotics community. Contact area, bending stiffness, and t