| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2024 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Additive Manufacturing Materials in Energy Environments
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| Presentation Title |
F-36: Electric Field Driven 3D Printing of Actuating Fibers for Soft Robotic Applications
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| Author(s) |
Varunkumar Thippanna, Kenan Song |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Varunkumar Thippanna |
| Abstract Scope |
The combination of 3D printing and electric field-assisted fibers has revolutionized the field of soft robotics, enabling precise fabrication of intricate and flexible structures. This approach empowers soft robots with enhanced functionality, adaptability, and actuation capabilities. Incorporating these advanced materials enables soft robots to perform complex tasks and maneuvers with ease. The conductivity of the integrated fibers is a key advantage, providing sensing and intelligent interaction capabilities for real-time environmental perception and response. This opens up exciting possibilities for applications in human-robot interaction, environmental monitoring, and healthcare. Our research will demonstrate the use of electrical field-assisted 3D printing to create soft robots that navigate and interact more effectively with their surroundings, driving advancements in domains that require delicate and flexible interactions. Additionally, develop soft robotic systems using 3D-printed complex structures, addressing challenges such as material selection and control mechanisms. Our study will explore mechanical, thermal, rheological, and topological performances relevant. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Additive Manufacturing, Composites, Nanotechnology |