Skin-inspired, sensory robots for electronic implants
Applied Physical Sciences (United States) · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · +3 more institutions
Abstract
Drawing inspiration from cohesive integration of skeletal muscles and sensory skins in vertebrate animals, we present a design strategy of soft robots, primarily consisting of an electronic skin (e-skin) and an artificial muscle. These robots integrate multifunctional sensing and on-demand actuation into a biocompatible platform using an in-situ solution-based method. They feature biomimetic designs that enable adaptive motions and stress-free contact with tissues, supported by a battery-free wireless module for untethered operation. Demonstrations range from a robotic cuff for detecting blood pressure, to a robotic gripper for tracking bladder volume, an ingestible robot for pH sensing and on-site drug…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 24.27
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- 100%
- References
- 130
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21Topics & keywords
- Robot
- Computer science
- Biocompatible material
- Embedded system
- Sensory system
- Soft robotics
- Human–computer interaction
- Biomedical engineering
- Good health and well-being