Enhancing the Mobility of Small-Scale Robots Via Nonlinear Structural Springs Exhibiting Negative Stiffness
Yujia Zhang,
Jiajia Shen,
Yao Yan
et al.
Abstract:Compared to traditional robotic systems, small-scale robots, ranging from several millimetres to micrometres in size, are capable of reaching narrower and vulnerable regions with minimal damage. However, conventional small-scale robots' limited maneuverability and controlability hinder their ability to effectively navigate in the intricate environments, such as the gastrointestinal tract. Self-propelled capsule robots driven by vibrations and impacts emerge as a promising solution, holding the potentials to en… Show more
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