This paper discusses a test stand and methods used to determine static-isobaric, isotonic and isometric-characteristics of two pneumatic muscles: a Festo Fluidic Muscle MAS and a Shadow Air Muscle. The data obtained from the experiments were applied to analytically determine the equations of static characteristics of the pneumatic muscles. The equations were then employed to obtain simulated static characteristics. The experimental characteristics were compared with the simulated ones. 629176M AC0010.
The main objective of our research project was to design an electro-pneumatic servo-drive positioning control system, which involved applying a fuzzy logic controller. A proportional-derivative fuzzy logic controller was selected to perform position changeover, follow-up, and teach/playback control. These methods of control are essential in automation equipment, such as pick-and-place machines, manipulators, and robots. Compared to the smart positioning controller SPC200, the proportional-derivative fuzzy logic controller demonstrated superior accuracy required for industrial pneumatic manipulators.
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