A multi-armed robotic translation device includes a robotic body that includes a base section and a cover section attached to the base section. A plurality of tentacles is attached to the robotic body. The plurality of tentacles are configured to apply a shear force on the target object to grip the target object using an adhesive force, each tentacle including at least one shape memory alloy wire configured to move the tentacle. A control system is positioned in the robotic body and is configured to provide power and/or control signals to the tentacles.
SOFT ROBOTICS, AUTONOMOUS, SPACE INSPECTION, CRAWLING ROBOT
25.05.2023
Patent
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
Soft crawling device, robot and method for line inspection
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