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  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering

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  • Small-scale soft robots face performance limitations due to actuator and body constraints.
  • Adaptability in unknown environments is a key challenge for current soft robotic systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a fast-moving, multi-modal soft robot overcoming existing performance constraints.
  • To enhance the agility and mobility of small-scale soft robots for obstacle-laden environments.

Main Methods:

  • Integration of dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs) and shape memory alloy (SMA) spring actuators.
  • Development of theoretical models for DEA and SMA actuators to optimize robot design.
  • Parameter optimization for improved running and jumping performance.

Main Results:

  • A lightweight (3.5 g) and compact (40 × 45 × 25 mm) soft robot was designed.
  • Achieved a running speed of 91 mm/s, 9° slope climbing, and turning capabilities.
  • Demonstrated high-performance jumping with a maximum height of 80 mm and obstacle clearance of 40 mm.

Conclusions:

  • The novel design enhances small-scale soft robot agility and mobility.
  • The combined DEA and SMA approach offers a promising solution for high-performance soft robotics.
  • This work paves the way for advanced soft terrestrial robots in challenging terrains.