Abstract
This paper is based on the results achieved on a project for the MECE582 (Smart Materials) and EE565 (Introduction to Robotics) courses at the University of Alberta. The objective of this project is simple: designing a robotic arm actuated by Shape Memory Alloys. First we designed the arm. We then studied its workspace, kinematics, dynamics and control. Then we have designed the actuation, using shape memory alloys. Finally, from the results of the actuation, we optimized the design of the arm to increase its performance.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1437-1442 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering |
| Volume | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - 1999 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 1999 IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering 'Engineering Solutions for the Next Millennium' - Edmonton, Alberta, Can Duration: 9 May 1999 → 12 May 1999 |