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We developed a new method for creating tunable soft pneumatic actuators (SPAs) using a folding assembly strategy. These FASPAs (folding assembly soft pneumatic actuators) offer versatile configurations for soft robotics applications.

Area of Science:

  • Robotics
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering

Background:

  • Soft pneumatic actuators (SPAs) are essential for delicate tasks due to their compliance.
  • Existing SPAs face challenges in fabrication complexity and tunability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a novel, tunable folding assembly strategy for designing and fabricating soft pneumatic actuators (FASPAs).
  • To demonstrate the versatility of FASPAs in achieving multiple configurations and their application in soft grippers.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of FASPAs using a simple folded silicone tube constrained by rubber bands.
  • Designing local stiffness and folding patterns to achieve four distinct configurations: pure bending, discontinuous-curvature bending, helix, and discontinuous-curvature helix.
Keywords:
discontinuous-curvature deformationfolded tubepneumatic actuatorsoft robot assembly

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  • Development of analytical models to predict actuator deformation and tip trajectory, validated through experimental testing.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful fabrication of FASPAs with tunable configurations.
    • Analytical models accurately predicted actuator behavior.
    • Characterization of stiffness, load capacity, output force, step response, and fatigue life.
    • Assembly of multi-finger soft grippers capable of grasping diverse objects.

    Conclusions:

    • The folding assembly strategy provides a simple yet effective method for creating tunable soft pneumatic actuators.
    • FASPAs offer a promising platform for developing complex soft robots for various applications, including object manipulation.
    • This approach simplifies fabrication and enhances the adaptability of soft robotic systems.