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Lattice-and-Plate Model: Mechanics Modeling of Physical Origami Robots

Zhang, Hongying  
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Paik, Jamie  
June 17, 2022
Soft Robotics

Origami robots are characterized by their compact design, quasi-two-dimensional manufacturing process, and folding joint-based transmission kinematics. The physical requirements in terms of payload, range of motion, and embedding core robotic components have made it unrealistic to rely on conventional mathematical models for designing these new robots. Therefore, origami robots require a comprehensive approach to model their mechanics. Currently, there is no generalized mechanics model to achieve this goal. Therefore, in this work, we propose a nonlinear lattice-and-plate model to simulate the mechanics of physical origami robots within several seconds, including the localized bending on flexible hinges, global displacements of rigid panels, and trajectory of predefined outputs. Moreover, this proposed model captures the large displacement and self-contact of adjacent panels during locomotion. We validate the efficiency of the model on various origami actuators, grippers, and metamaterials. To conclude, the computational model can help to accelerate the design iteration of origami robots.

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research article
DOI
10.1089/soro.2021.0172
Web of Science ID

WOS:000816015100001

Author(s)
Zhang, Hongying  
Paik, Jamie  
Date Issued

2022-06-17

Publisher

MARY ANN LIEBERT, INC

Published in
Soft Robotics
Subjects

Robotics

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origami structures

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physical origami robots

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mechanics modeling

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self-folding origami

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design

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REVIEWED

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July 18, 2022
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https://infoscience.epfl.ch/handle/20.500.14299/189258
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