2026
Design and Control of a Parallel Elastic Actuator With Adjustable Equilibrium Position
RA-L 2026
We present an adjustable-equilibrium parallel elastic actuator (AE-PEA) that combines a large direct-drive motor (DDM) and a 3D printed torsional spring with a small motor that can continuously adjust the equilibrium position of the actuator. We demonstrate that the AE-PEA achieves high torque contr