Soft Electromagnetic Actuators: Miniature Soft Electromagnetic Actuators for Robotic Applications (Adv. Funct. Mater. 18/2018)

Abstract

Yon Visell and co-workers describe miniature soft electromagnetic actuators for applications in robotics. The devices, presented in article number 1800244, are based on fine helical inductors fabricated from silicone polymer colloids, eutectic Gallium Indium alloy, and magnetic (NdFeB) powder. Intrinsically deformable actuators are demonstrated for high frequency motion control, including a tactile display and a miniature soft robotic gripper.