Soft actuators are gaining significant attention due to their ability to provide realistic tactile
sensations in various applications. However, their soft nature makes them vulnerable to …

The pursuit of constructing humanoid robots to replicate the anatomical structures and
capabilities of human beings has been a long‐standing significant undertaking and …

We propose a soft electromagnetic sliding actuator that provides various planar motions to
construct highly compliant actuation systems. The actuator is composed of a fully soft …

Soft actuators are critical for enabling soft robots, medical devices, and haptic systems. Many
soft actuators, however, require power to hold a configuration and rely on hard circuitry for …

Multimaterial additive manufacturing that combines electrically conductive materials with
thermally conductive, but electrically insulating materials presents new opportunities for …

Novel actuators that can provide squeeze, vibration, and localized forces while remaining
soft and comfortable are essential for next-generation augmented reality applications …

Modular and climbing robots have employed electropermanent magnets as a power-efficient
alternative to electromagnets for tasks that involve attaching modules or exerting forces on …

Induction motors are being increasingly used in a variety of applications but not limited to
conveyor systems, blowers, fans, traction, elevators, and pumps, amongst others. The …