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Area of Science:

  • Robotics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Optical Sensing

Background:

  • Biomimetic robot arms require precise joint torque measurement for advanced functionality.
  • Existing torque sensors often face limitations in size, reliability, or susceptibility to electromagnetic interference.
  • Developing compact, robust, and interference-resistant torque sensors is crucial for robotic joint applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and develop a novel, highly reliable, and lightweight embedded optical torque sensor for biomimetic robot arms.
  • To utilize a flexure spring as the elastic element for enhanced durability and compact design.
  • To investigate the potential of optical electronics for accurate torque measurement in robotic joints.

Main Methods:

  • Designed an embedded optical torque sensor employing a flexure spring as the torsion-sensitive element.
  • Investigated six types of flexure springs for suitability in measurement range and multidimensional detection.
  • Employed optical electronics, inherently resistant to electromagnetic interference, for measuring flexure spring torsion.
  • Utilized Finite Element Method (FEM) for optimizing the sensor design.
  • Conducted calibration and experimental validation to assess performance.

Main Results:

  • Successfully developed and analyzed a compact and highly reliable optical torque sensor.
  • Demonstrated successful torque measurement with a load capacity of 1 Nm.
  • Optimized a specific optical torque sensor design using FEM analysis.
  • Experimental results confirmed the feasibility and performance of the proposed sensor.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed embedded optical torque sensor offers a reliable and lightweight solution for biomimetic robot arm joint torque measurement.
  • The flexure spring design enhances durability compared to traditional crossbeam structures.
  • Optical sensing provides immunity to electromagnetic interference, crucial for robotic applications.
  • The sensor demonstrates potential for various measurement ranges and multidimensional detection requirements.