Characterisation and Control of a Woven Biomimetic Actuator for Wearable Neurorehabilitative Devices

Twisted coiled actuators (TCAs) are a type of soft actuator made from polymer fibres such as nylon sewing thread. As they provide motion in a compact, lightweight, and flexible package, they provide a solution to the actuation of wearable mechatronic devices for motion assistance. Their limitation i...

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Main Authors: Vaughan Murphy, Brandon P. R. Edmonds, Ana Luisa Trejos
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:Actuators
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0825/10/2/37