Pneumatic insect robots
US9719534B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 26, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF15B2215/305
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular pneumatic robotic actuator, including a first elongated hollow structure and a second elongated hollow structure connected to each other at a moveable joint; an inflatable bladder comprised of an elastomeric material disposed at the joint and immobilized between the first and second hollow structures, wherein the inflatable bladder inflates preferentially away from the joint; and a restraining membrane comprised of an elastomeric material disposed over the bladder and connecting the first and second hollow structures, wherein the restraining membrane is relaxed when the bladder is deflated.
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