Papers by Keyword: Linear Actuator

Abstract: Dielectric elastomer actuator (DEA) is a compact device that consists of stretchable electrodes and elastomers. This device is energy efficient in performance and holds great promise in the development of soft actuators. DEAs performance relies significantly on the mechanical properties of its elastomers. This present study focuses on evaluating the soft material made of Sylgard 184 as the elastomers for DEAs. Sylgard 184 is a silicone elastomer that comes with two main parts (elastomers and its curing agent). A specific mixing ratio between elastomers and curing agent is essential to produce solid and reliable silicone elastomer. The recommended ratio for the elastomer solution was ten parts for the elastomers and one part for the curing agent (10:1). Producing softer elastomers was possible by reducing the curing agent. However, the performance of the material was unknown. We performed a series of cyclic tensile tests to understand the mechanical characteristic of the elastomer made of Sylgard 184. The result shows that reducing the curing agent did not have a significant effect on its cyclic performance. Furthermore, the use of a 30:1 ratio in the application of DEAs and deformable linear actuator indicates stable performance for both devices.

Abstract: For robot making high-speed action like human, its actuator needs to be light and powerful. This study developed actuator with permanent magnet arranged in Halbach-array, and examined performance of this actuator by magnetic simulation. In result of experiment, it is proved that actuator exerts a force over 100N when the distance between ring type magnets is 11mm.

Abstract: In this manuscript, a bionic linear actuator was developed base on the ionic actuator: ionicpolymer metal composites, and the mainly fabrication method was presented in the currentinvestigation. Subsequently, a bionic robot was developed using 3D printing technique to fabricatethe skeleton structure and the presented Bi-IPMC(assembled by two segmented IPMC strip) linearactuator as the driving power. After a mathematical model of bionic robot, a experimented bionicrobot was manufactured to investigate. The results founded that our bionic robot behaved a maximumbounce height arrived at 22mm under applied 5V direct current, and the bounce height can keep onthe values of 18mm over the applied voltage of 4V.

Abstract: In this manuscript, a muscle-like linear actuator based on the combination of Bi-IPMC linear actuator unit was developed focusing on the applied requirements in the biomimetic artificial muscles using as the actuators. Subsequently, the muscle-like linear actuator was mainly fabricated by two segmented IPMC film, which is obtained through a special process and the actuation performance of the muscle-like linear actuator was further experimented by the testing platform. The results found our actuator behaved a high displacement performance, and this kind of muscle-like linear actuator has a potential value in the engineering practice.

Abstract: Robots have rapidly become key elements to improve general performances of the existent products, to add up new supplementary characteristics or even in view of creating new products that were impossible to create prior to this research. This paper presents a measuring system with optical device in view of determining velocity variation on the investigated axe of the maximum velocity and acceleration or of their variation in dynamic circumstance. The advanced research of precision parameters is a technical necessity, which leads to the selection of linear actuators according to the conditions of usage. Has been made a measurements stand in order to determine these parameters, a stand equipped with laser ruler with a system of numeric acquisition of experimental data. By analyzing the measuring values presented in this paper it can be concluded that when the positioning precision in the target - point of an acting linear robot or when the trajectory precision is absolutely required, the obtained results must be taken into account. We can operate these appropriate corrections in the system of dynamic programming of the robot.

Abstract: Ionic polymer-metal composite (IPMC) is a new kind of electroactive polymer with the advantages of low driving voltage and large bend, which has shown great potential for practical applications. In this paper, IPMC was fabricated by casting and electroless plating. Using the as-fabricated IPMC, a linear actuator was designed to transform bending motion of a cantilever IPMC into straight line motion. The linear actuator's output displacement and blocking force were investigated on a test apparatus. The results showed that the mechanism design for the linear actuator was feasible.

Abstract: In this paper, it introduces the versatile advantage and technical characteristic of SKF linear actuator. It points out that SKF linear actuator is an ideal solution to meet mechatronics application where energy saving, environment protection and precise control are required. The paper also introduces the methods of SKF linear actuators selection and brings inspiration and enlightenment for machine optimized design and trouble free operation.

Abstract: The operation of linear oscillating system is complicated, involving system nonlinearities of both actuator and load, and variations of driving frequency in order to track the mechanical resonance. In this paper, the state-variable modeling technique is used to analytically investigate the influence of actuator reluctance force on the performance of linear oscillating systems. The analytical derivations will be validated by simulations, and good agreements are achieved.

Abstract: Base on constitution of the self-oscillation linear actuator which is a servo system for a gun launched missile, a nonlinear model was built. Though the experiment, the model is correct. This paper studied the stability, the self-oscillation's frequency and gain on this kind of servo system. On comparing phase-lead compensation and phase-lag compensation, the later is more suitable for this system. After testing, the lag regulator is designed for the system.

Abstract: Active disturbance rejection control technology and its application to trajectory tracking control of a linear actuator are presented in this paper. Working principle of each part of this control technology is given, and parameter tuning method is discussed which helps control engineers to use this technology well. In order to test the performance of active disturbance rejection control technology, a sinusoidal trajectory tracking control system of a linear actuator is constructed. Simulation and experimental results show that the introduced control technology can achieve small tracking error at low velocity where friction is the main disturbance. Active disturbance rejection control technology provides a good choice for control engineers in actual industry applications with its simple structure, convenience to use and excellent performance.