2906 スリーブ形ECFマイクロ人工筋の研究(J20-2 次世代アクチュエータシステム(2),J20 次世代アクチュエータシステム)

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This paper describes a novel micro artificial muscle actuator using electro-conjugate fluid (ECF micro artificial muscle actuator). The ECF micro artificial muscle actuator is a new type of soft actuator using an attractive smart fluid or electro-conjugate fluid (ECF). The electro-conjugate fluid generates a powerful jet flow when subjected to high DC voltage. We use this electro-conjugate fluid to control an inner pressure of a silicone rubber tube covered with a fiber sleeve. As the inner pressure being increased, the tube contracts along its axis. This micro artificial muscle actuator does not need any pumps outside, and in addition, the actuator itself is flexible enough for "soft robot," which is recently one of the most important research topics in the field of robotics and mechatronics.
社団法人日本機械学会の論文
2007-09-07