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Cellular Actuators

Author : Jun Ueda
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN 13 : 0128037067
Total Pages : 382 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)

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Download or read book Cellular Actuators written by Jun Ueda and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2017-01-24 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cellular Actuators: Modularity and Variability in Muscle-Inspired Actuation describes the roles actuators play in robotics and their insufficiency in emerging new robotic applications, such as wearable devices and human co-working robots where compactness and compliance are important. Piezoelectric actuators, the topic of this book, provide advantages like displacement scale, force, reliability, and compactness, and rely on material properties to provide displacement and force as reactions to electric stimulation. The authors, renowned researchers in the area, present the fundamentals of muscle-like movement and a system-wide study that includes the design, analysis, and control of biologically inspired actuators. This book is the perfect guide for researchers and practitioners who would like to deploy this technology into their research and products. Introduces Piezoelectric Actuators concepts in a system wide integrated approach Acts as a single source for the design, analysis, and control of actuator arrays Presents applications to illustrate concepts and the potential of the technology Details the physical assembly possibilities of Piezo actuators Presents fundamentals of bio inspired actuation Introduces the concept of cellular actuators

QoS in Wireless Sensor/Actuator Networks and Systems

Author : Mário Alves
Publisher : MDPI
ISBN 13 : 3038973629
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (389 download)

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Book Synopsis QoS in Wireless Sensor/Actuator Networks and Systems by : Mário Alves

Download or read book QoS in Wireless Sensor/Actuator Networks and Systems written by Mário Alves and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2018-11-26 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "QoS in Wireless Sensor/Actuator Networks and Systems" that was published in JSAN

Novel Bioinspired Actuator Designs for Robotics

Author : Philipp Beckerle
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030408868
Total Pages : 122 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (34 download)

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Book Synopsis Novel Bioinspired Actuator Designs for Robotics by : Philipp Beckerle

Download or read book Novel Bioinspired Actuator Designs for Robotics written by Philipp Beckerle and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-09-04 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book discusses biologically inspired robotic actuators designed to offer improved robot performance and approaching human-like efficiency and versatility. It assesses biological actuation and control in the human motor system, presents a range of technical actuation approaches, and discusses potential applications in wearable robots, i.e., powered prostheses and exoskeletons. Gathering the findings of internationally respected researchers from various fields, the book provides a uniquely broad perspective on bioinspired actuator designs for robotics. Its scope includes fundamental aspects of biomechanics and neuromechanics, actuator and control design, and their application in (wearable) robotics. The book offers PhD students and advanced graduate students an essential introduction to the field, while providing researchers a cutting-edge research perspective.

Microbiorobotics

Author : Minjun Kim
Publisher : William Andrew
ISBN 13 : 1455778915
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (557 download)

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Download or read book Microbiorobotics written by Minjun Kim and published by William Andrew. This book was released on 2012-03-23 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction -- Fundamentals of Cellular Mechanics -- Theoretical Microbiorobotics -- Experimental Microbiorobotics -- Perspectives and Outlook.

Advanced Mechatronics and MEMS Devices

Author : Dan Zhang
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 144199985X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (419 download)

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Book Synopsis Advanced Mechatronics and MEMS Devices by : Dan Zhang

Download or read book Advanced Mechatronics and MEMS Devices written by Dan Zhang and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-09-14 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced Mechatronics and MEMS Devicesdescribes state-of-the-art MEMS devices and introduces the latest technology in electrical and mechanical microsystems. The evolution of design in microfabrication, as well as emerging issues in nanomaterials, micromachining, micromanufacturing and microassembly are all discussed at length in this volume. Advanced Mechatronics also provides a reader with knowledge of MEMS sensors array, MEMS multidimensional accelerometer, artificial skin with imbedded tactile components, as well as other topics in MEMS sensors and transducers. The book also presents a number of topics in advanced robotics and an abundance of applications of MEMS in robotics, like reconfigurable modular snake robots, magnetic MEMS robots for drug delivery and flying robots with adjustable wings, to name a few.

Soft Actuators

Author : Kinji Asaka
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 4431547673
Total Pages : 507 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (315 download)

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Download or read book Soft Actuators written by Kinji Asaka and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-11-17 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The subject of this book is the current comprehensive research and development of soft actuators, and encompasses interdisciplinary studies of materials science, mechanics, electronics, robotics and bioscience. As an example, the book includes current research on actuators based on biomaterials to provide future perspectives for artificial muscle technology. Readers can obtain detailed, useful information about materials, methods of synthesis, fabrication and measurements. The topics covered here not only promote further research and development of soft actuators but also lead the way to their utilization and industrialization. One outstanding feature of the book is that it contains many color figures, diagrams and photographs clearly describing the mechanism, apparatus and motion of soft actuators. The chapter on modeling is conducive to more extensive design work in materials and devices and is especially useful in the development of practical applications. Readers can acquire the newest technology and information about the basic science and practical applications of flexible, lightweight and noiseless soft actuators, which are quite unlike conventional mechanical engines and electric motors. The new ideas offered in this volume will provide inspiration and encouragement to researchers and developers as they explore new fields of applications for soft actuators.

Wireless Sensor and Actuator Networks

Author : Amiya Nayak
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9780470570500
Total Pages : 316 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (75 download)

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Book Synopsis Wireless Sensor and Actuator Networks by : Amiya Nayak

Download or read book Wireless Sensor and Actuator Networks written by Amiya Nayak and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-02-12 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely book offers a mixture of theory, experiments, and simulations that provides qualitative and quantitative insights in the field of sensor and actuator networking. The chapters are selected in a way that makes the book comprehensive and self-contained. It covers a wide range of recognized problems in sensor networks, striking a balance between theoretical and practical coverage. The book is appropriate for graduate students and practitioners working as engineers, programmers, and technologists.

Experimental Robotics

Author : Oussama Khatib
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3540774572
Total Pages : 563 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (47 download)

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Download or read book Experimental Robotics written by Oussama Khatib and published by Springer. This book was released on 2008-01-30 with total page 563 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The International Symposium on Experimental Robotics (ISER) is a series of bi-annual meetings which are organized in a rotating fashion around North America, Europe and Asia/Oceania. The goal of ISER is to provide a forum for research in robotics that focuses on the novelty of theoretical contributions validated by experimental results. This unique reference presents the latest advances in robotics, with ideas that are conceived conceptually and have been explored experimentally.

Mastering Biotechnology: Unveiling the Secrets of Genetic Engineering

Author : Dominic Front
Publisher : Richards Education
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mastering Biotechnology: Unveiling the Secrets of Genetic Engineering written by Dominic Front and published by Richards Education. This book was released on with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the boundless potential of biotechnology with "Mastering Biotechnology: Unveiling the Secrets of Genetic Engineering." This comprehensive guide navigates readers through the intricate realms of genetic manipulation, molecular biology, and bioprocessing, offering a treasure trove of knowledge essential for aspiring biotechnologists and seasoned professionals alike. From unraveling the mysteries of DNA to harnessing the power of synthetic biology, each chapter delves into key concepts and cutting-edge techniques, providing a roadmap to mastering the intricate tools of the trade. Explore the frontiers of agricultural innovation, delve into the realms of medical breakthroughs, and discover how biotechnology is reshaping our world, from the laboratory bench to the global marketplace. With a keen eye on ethical considerations and societal impacts, "Mastering Biotechnology" is more than a guidebook—it's a beacon of insight into the ethical, legal, and social dimensions of biotechnological advancement. Whether you're a student, researcher, or industry professional, embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment with this indispensable companion to the fascinating world of biotechnology.

Advances in Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization

Author : Axel Schumacher
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319679880
Total Pages : 2115 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (196 download)

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Book Synopsis Advances in Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization by : Axel Schumacher

Download or read book Advances in Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization written by Axel Schumacher and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-12-04 with total page 2115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The volume includes papers from the WSCMO conference in Braunschweig 2017 presenting research of all aspects of the optimal design of structures as well as multidisciplinary design optimization where the involved disciplines deal with the analysis of solids, fluids or other field problems. Also presented are practical applications of optimization methods and the corresponding software development in all branches of technology.

Optimal Mobile Sensing and Actuation Policies in Cyber-physical Systems

Author : Christophe Tricaud
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9781447122623
Total Pages : 170 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (226 download)

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Download or read book Optimal Mobile Sensing and Actuation Policies in Cyber-physical Systems written by Christophe Tricaud and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-10-14 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A successful cyber-physical system, a complex interweaving of hardware and software with some part of the physical environment, depends on proper identification of the, often pre-existing, physical element. A bespoke “cyber” part of the system may then be designed from scratch. Optimal Mobile Sensing and Actuation Strategies in Cyber-physical Systems focuses on distributed-parameter systems the dynamics of which can be modelled with partial differential equations. These are very challenging to observe, their states and inputs being distributed throughout a spatial domain. Consequently, systematic approaches to the optimization of sensor location have to be devised for parameter estimation. The text begins by reviewing the field of cyber-physical systems and introducing background notions of distributed parameter systems and optimal observation theory. New research problems are then defined within this framework. Two important problems considered are optimal mobile sensor trajectory planning and the accuracy effects and allocation of remote sensors. These are followed up with a solution to the problem of optimal robust estimation. Actuation policies are then introduced into the framework with the purpose of improving estimation and optimizing the trajectories of both sensors and actuators simultaneously. The large number of illustrations within the text will assist the reader to visualize the application of the methods proposed. A group of similar examples are used throughout the book to help the reader assimilate the material more easily. The monograph concentrates on the use of methods for which a cyber-physical-systems infrastructure is required. The methods are computationally heavy and require mobile sensors and actuators with communications abilities. Application examples cover fields from environmental science to national security so that readers are encouraged to link the ideas of cyber-physical systems with their own research.

Electroactive Polymer Gel Robots

Author : Mihoko Otake
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3540447059
Total Pages : 247 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (44 download)

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Download or read book Electroactive Polymer Gel Robots written by Mihoko Otake and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-03-10 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By the dawn of the new millennium, robotics has undergone a major tra- formation in scope and dimensions. This expansion has been brought about bythematurityofthe?eldandtheadvancesinitsrelatedtechnologies.From a largely dominant industrial focus, robotics has been rapidly expanding into the challenges of the human world. The new generation of robots is expected to safely and dependably co-habitat with humans in homes, workplaces, and communities,providingsupportinservices,entertainment,education,heal- care, manufacturing, and assistance. Beyond its impact on physical robots, the body of knowledge robotics has produced is revealing a much wider range of applications reaching across - verse research areas and scienti?c disciplines, such as: biomechanics, haptics, neurosciences, virtual simulation, animation, surgery, and sensor networks among others. In return, the challenges of the new emerging areas are pr- ing an abundant source of stimulation and insights for the ?eld of robotics. It is indeed at the intersection of disciplines that the most striking advances happen. The goal of the series of Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics (STAR) is to bring, in a timely fashion, the latest advances and developments in robotics on the basis of their signi?cance and quality. It is our hope that the wider dissemination of research developments will stimulate more exchanges and collaborations among the research community and contribute to further advancement of this rapidly growing ?eld.

Springer Handbook of Robotics

Author : Bruno Siciliano
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319325523
Total Pages : 2259 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (193 download)

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Download or read book Springer Handbook of Robotics written by Bruno Siciliano and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-07-27 with total page 2259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of this handbook provides a state-of-the-art overview on the various aspects in the rapidly developing field of robotics. Reaching for the human frontier, robotics is vigorously engaged in the growing challenges of new emerging domains. Interacting, exploring, and working with humans, the new generation of robots will increasingly touch people and their lives. The credible prospect of practical robots among humans is the result of the scientific endeavour of a half a century of robotic developments that established robotics as a modern scientific discipline. The ongoing vibrant expansion and strong growth of the field during the last decade has fueled this second edition of the Springer Handbook of Robotics. The first edition of the handbook soon became a landmark in robotics publishing and won the American Association of Publishers PROSE Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences & Mathematics as well as the organization’s Award for Engineering & Technology. The second edition of the handbook, edited by two internationally renowned scientists with the support of an outstanding team of seven part editors and more than 200 authors, continues to be an authoritative reference for robotics researchers, newcomers to the field, and scholars from related disciplines. The contents have been restructured to achieve four main objectives: the enlargement of foundational topics for robotics, the enlightenment of design of various types of robotic systems, the extension of the treatment on robots moving in the environment, and the enrichment of advanced robotics applications. Further to an extensive update, fifteen new chapters have been introduced on emerging topics, and a new generation of authors have joined the handbook’s team. A novel addition to the second edition is a comprehensive collection of multimedia references to more than 700 videos, which bring valuable insight into the contents. The videos can be viewed directly augmented into the text with a smartphone or tablet using a unique and specially designed app. Springer Handbook of Robotics Multimedia Extension Portal: http://handbookofrobotics.org/

Robotics

Author : Oliver Brock
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 0262513099
Total Pages : 334 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (625 download)

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Download or read book Robotics written by Oliver Brock and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: State-of-the-art robotics research on such topics as manipulation, motion planning, micro-robotics, distributed systems, autonomous navigation, and mapping. Robotics: Science and Systems IV spans a wide spectrum of robotics, bringing together researchers working on the foundations of robotics, robotics applications, and analysis of robotics systems. This volume presents the proceedings of the fourth annual Robotics: Science and Systems conference, held in 2008 at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. The papers presented cover a range of topics, including computer vision, mapping, terrain identification, distributed systems, localization, manipulation, collision avoidance, multibody dynamics, obstacle detection, microrobotic systems, pursuit-evasion, grasping and manipulation, tracking, spatial kinematics, machine learning, and sensor networks as well as such applications as autonomous driving and design of manipulators for use in functional-MRI. The conference and its proceedings reflect not only the tremendous growth of robotics as a discipline but also the desire in the robotics community for a flagship event at which the best of the research in the field can be presented.

Microsystems for Enhanced Control of Cell Behavior

Author : Andrés Díaz Lantada
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319293281
Total Pages : 454 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (192 download)

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Download or read book Microsystems for Enhanced Control of Cell Behavior written by Andrés Díaz Lantada and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-03-23 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook focuses on the entire development process of biomedical microsystems that promote special interactions with cells. Fundamentals of cell biology and mechanobiology are described as necessary preparatory input for design tasks. Advanced design, simulation, and micro/nanomanufacturing resources, whose combined use enables the development of biomedical microsystems capable of interacting at a cellular level, are covered in depth. A detailed series of chapters is then devoted to applications based on microsystems that offer enhanced cellular control, including microfluidic devices for diagnosis and therapy, cell-based sensors and actuators (smart biodevices), microstructured prostheses for improvement of biocompatibility, microstructured and microtextured cell culture matrices for promotion of cell growth and differentiation, electrophoretic microsystems for study of cell mechanics, microstructured and microtextured biodevices for study of cell adhesion and dynamics, and biomimetic microsystems (including organs-on-chips), among others. Challenges relating to the development of reliable in vitro biomimetic microsystems, the design and manufacture of complex geometries, and biofabrication are also discussed.

Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications

Author : Ivan A. Parinov
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031522397
Total Pages : 667 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (315 download)

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Download or read book Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications written by Ivan A. Parinov and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 667 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Advanced Materials

Author : Ivan A. Parinov
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319789198
Total Pages : 640 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Advanced Materials written by Ivan A. Parinov and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-05-12 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2017 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2017 (Jabalpur, India, 14–16 October, 2017), which is devoted to processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book focuses on a wide spectrum of nanostructures, ferroelectric crystals, materials and composites as well as promising materials with special properties. It presents nanotechnology approaches, modern environmentally friendly piezoelectric and ferromagnetic techniques and physical and mechanical studies of the structural and physical–mechanical properties of materials. Various original mathematical and numerical methods are applied to the solution of different technological, mechanical and physical problems that are interesting from theoretical, modeling and experimental points of view. Further, the book highlights novel devices with high accuracy, longevity and extended capabilities to operate under wide temperature and pressure ranges and aggressive media, which show improved characteristics, thanks to the developed materials and composites, opening new possibilities for different physico-mechanical processes and phenomena.