Strong motivation for developing new prosthetic hand devices is provided by the fact that low
functionality and controllability—in addition to poor cosmetic appearance—are the most …

A new method for the calibration of multi-axis, linear and redundant force sensors is
presented. This new procedure, named device hyperplane characterization method, is …

This paper describes the development of a hybrid sensing module consisting of a general
purpose electro-optical converter and three MEMS force sensors integrated into flexible …

In this work we present the design process, the characterization and testing of a novel three-
axis mechanical force sensor. This sensor is optimized for use in closed-loop force control of …

The capability of grasping and lifting an object in a suitable, stable and controlled way is an
outstanding feature for a robot, and thus far, one of the major problems to be solved in …

As social robots and lifelike prosthetics get into closer contact with humans, understanding
the mechanical behavior of the embedding skin materials for prosthetic and social robotic …

The development of innovative exoskeletons for the upper limb requires a strong
collaboration between robotics and neuroscience. The robotic system will be deeply …

This chapter presents a selection of case studies to illustrate the applications, designs and
technologies of some of the most relevant and outstanding upper limb exoskeletons …

The paper describes the development of a microassembly station for mounting MEMS
components on a flexible substrate. The core components are a micro hotplate mounted on …

This article presents an overview of the current researches at the ARTS (Advanced Robotics
Technology and Systems) Lab in the field of biorobotics and biomechatronics. The research …