A magneto-active elastomer crawler with peristaltic and caterpillar locomotion patterns

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Abstract

In this work we present a soft crawler fabricated using a magneto-active elastomer. The crawler is controlled by an external magnetic field to produce two locomotion patterns: peristaltic and caterpillar crawling. Due to its structural simplicity, low mass, wirelessly controlled actuation and compliant body the design of this crawler has the potential to address the key challenges faced by existing crawling robots. Experimental data were gathered to evaluate the performance of the crawler locomotion in a pipe. The results validated the mathematical models proposed to estimate the distance traveled by the crawler. The crawler shows potential for use in exploration of confined spaces.

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You, T. L., Philamore, H., & Matsuno, F. (2021). A magneto-active elastomer crawler with peristaltic and caterpillar locomotion patterns. Actuators, 10(4). https://doi.org/10.3390/act10040074

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