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Honghong Wang¹, Jingli Du¹, Yi Mao²

¹School of Mechano-Electronic Engineering, Xidian University, Xi'an 710071, China.

|March 27, 2025

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This study introduces a new model for tendon-driven continuum robots (TDCRs) that accounts for friction and discrete tendon forces. The enhanced model significantly improves accuracy in predicting robot configuration, crucial for advanced robotic applications.

Keywords:

continuum robot cosserat rod tendon friction tendon routing tendon-driven continuum robots

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Area of Science:

Robotics and Mechanical Engineering
Continuum Mechanics
Computational Modeling

Background:

Traditional tendon-driven continuum robot (TDCR) models often simplify tendon tension as continuous, neglecting discrete tendon arrangements, segmented configurations, and friction.
These simplifications lead to inaccuracies in modeling TDCR behavior, especially concerning the complex interplay of forces and friction during bending.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a more accurate and comprehensive modeling method for TDCRs.
To address the limitations of existing models by incorporating discrete tendon forces and friction.
To enhance the predictive capabilities of TDCR simulations.

Main Methods:

Integration of Cosserat rod theory with a finite element method (FEM) for robot backbone and tendon discretization.
Inclusion of friction modeling between tendons and guide holes.
Development of an algorithm to determine friction force direction for improved accuracy.

Main Results:

The proposed friction-inclusive model demonstrates significantly improved accuracy compared to classical TDCR models.
Numerical simulations showed an average configuration deviation of only 0.3% across various tendon-routing scenarios.
Experimental validation confirmed the model's accuracy and robustness in predicting TDCR behavior.

Conclusions:

The developed modeling approach provides a more realistic representation of TDCR dynamics by accounting for friction and discrete tendon forces.
This enhanced model is crucial for precise control and design of TDCRs in complex applications.
The findings highlight the importance of incorporating friction in continuum robot modeling for improved performance and reliability.