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: Received: 15 March 2024 / Approved: 15 March 2024 / Online: 18 March 2024 (08:38:40 CET)
How to cite:
Šitum, Ž.; Benić, J.; Cipek, M. Mechatronic and Robotic Systems Utilizing Pneumatic Artificial Muscles as Actuators. Preprints2024, 2024030955. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.0955.v1
Šitum, Ž.; Benić, J.; Cipek, M. Mechatronic and Robotic Systems Utilizing Pneumatic Artificial Muscles as Actuators. Preprints 2024, 2024030955. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.0955.v1
Šitum, Ž.; Benić, J.; Cipek, M. Mechatronic and Robotic Systems Utilizing Pneumatic Artificial Muscles as Actuators. Preprints2024, 2024030955. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.0955.v1
APA Style
Šitum, Ž., Benić, J., & Cipek, M. (2024). Mechatronic and Robotic Systems Utilizing Pneumatic Artificial Muscles as Actuators. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.0955.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Šitum, Ž., Juraj Benić and Mihael Cipek. 2024 "Mechatronic and Robotic Systems Utilizing Pneumatic Artificial Muscles as Actuators" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202403.0955.v1
Abstract
The article presents several innovative systems developed through student laboratory projects, including two autonomous vehicles, a four-legged walking robot, an active ankle-foot orthosis, a ball on beam balancing mechanism, a ball on plate system, and a manipulator arm—all powered by pneumatic artificial muscles (PAMs). Fluidic muscles offer significant potential in various mechatronic systems, robots, and manipulators due to their flexible, lightweight nature and compliance. Their ability to produce smooth and adaptable motions is particularly beneficial in applications requiring natural and human-like movement, such as rehabilitation and assistive devices. Although PAMs powered control systems face challenges with nonlinear phenomena, their biologically inspired design holds promise for future applications across various industries. These may include innovative applicability in industrial, automotive, and aerospace sectors, as well as use in sports, medical aids, entertainment, and animatronics. Incorporating self-made laboratory systems actuated by PAMs into control systems education offers a comprehensive learning opportunity that combines theoretical concepts with hands-on experience. This approach develops the necessary skills of future engineers, expanding their understanding of technical principles and preparing them for future challenges in engineering practice.
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