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This study introduces an advanced tactile sensor that precisely measures object softness, a key feature for smart devices. The new sensor integrates pressure and strain detection for human-like tactile perception and object manipulation.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Robotics
  • Sensor Technology

Background:

  • High-performance tactile sensors are vital for smart devices.
  • Existing sensors often lack the ability to accurately perceive object softness.
  • Precise softness recognition remains a significant challenge in tactile sensing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an integrated tactile sensor capable of recognizing object softness.
  • To enhance tactile perception beyond sensitivity and response range.
  • To enable intelligent grasping capabilities in robotic systems.

Main Methods:

  • An integrated tactile sensor combining a central hole gradient structure pressure sensor and a planar structure strain sensor was designed.
  • The sensor utilizes the synergistic effect of pressure and strain sensing for tactile perception and softness recognition.
  • A robotic hand system equipped with these integrated sensors was developed and tested.

Main Results:

  • The tactile sensor accurately recognized object softness, with a softness evaluation parameter (SC) correlating inversely with Young's modulus (0.14 to 0.47 as modulus decreased from 2.74 to 0.45 MPa).
  • The sensor demonstrated high sensitivity (10.55 kPa⁻¹) and an ultrawide linear range (0–1000 kPa).
  • The robotic hand system successfully identified and grasped objects of varying softness, such as soft foam and glass.

Conclusions:

  • The integrated tactile sensor achieves accurate softness recognition and high-performance tactile sensing.
  • The developed system exhibits human skin-like sensing and grasping capabilities.
  • This technology advances intelligent perception and manipulation in next-generation smart devices and robotics.