Conventional visual perception technology is subject to many restrictions, such as
illumination, background clutter, and occlusion. Many intrinsic properties of objects, like …

In this paper, we propose a set of novel tactile descriptors to enable robotic systems to
extract robust tactile information during tactile object explorations, regardless of the number …

The tasks of exploring unknown workspaces and recognizing objects based on their
physical properties are challenging for autonomous robots. In this paper, we present …

Robotic manipulation of cloth has applications ranging from fabrics manufacturing to
handling blankets and laundry. Cloth manipulation is challenging for robots largely due to …

As technology develops, manufacture process becomes more and more automated using
robots. There is demand for high performance tactile sensor which can support robotic …

Modern industrial processes aim for the continuous production of small volumes tailored to
the customer's needs. Machines and robotic platforms have to be more and more adaptable …

This paper presents the design and development of a novel tactile sensor system for clothes
manipulation and perception using industrial grippers. The proposed system consists of a …

Research on tactile sensing has been progressing at constant pace. In robotics, tactile
sensing is typically studied in the context of object grasping and manipulation. In this …

Statement of problem Determination of interactive loading between a dental prosthesis and
the host mandible is essential for implant prosthodontics and to preserve bone. Purpose The …

Object recognition using the tactile sense is one of the leading human capacities. This
capability is not as developed in robotics as other sensory abilities, for example visual …