P07 - A Concept for Form-Adaptive and Force-Controlled Gripping with Magnetorheological Material
- Event
- SMSI 2025
2025-05-06 - 2025-05-08
Nürnberg - Band
- Poster
- Chapter
- Poster Session
- Author(s)
- J. Blöchle, T. Wendt, T. Seifert - Hochschule Offenburg, Offenburg (Germany)
- Pages
- 245 - 246
- DOI
- 10.5162/SMSI2025/P07
- ISBN
- 978-3-910600-06-5
- Price
- free
Abstract
This paper presents a shape-adaptive gripper concept based on a 3D-printed structure made from TM5MED, filled with magnetorheological fluid (MRF). The gripper utilizes electromagnets to control the viscoelastic properties of the MRF, allowing for rapid shape adaptation. High-performance strain sensors made from flexible carbon nanotube (CNT) films measure pressure and deformation at the contact surface and along the sides, allowing for nuanced force control. This design concept is particularly suited for robotic applications that require flexible and safe object handling.