Mechanically Programming the Cross-Sectional Shape of Soft Growing Robotic Structures for Patient Transfer
A method of mechanically programming the cross-section of soft everting robotic structures using flexible strips that constrain radial expansion between points along the outer membrane.
Tip-Clutching Winch for High Tensile Force Application with Soft Growing Robots
Co-designed a device into which vine robots can insert themselves and anchor to via powerful overlapping belt friction
A Lightweight, High-Extension, Planar 3-Degree-of-Freedom Manipulator Using Pinched Tape Springs
Co-designed a lightweight manipulator capable of high extension ratios by locally modifying the transverse curvature of steel tape springs