18118254. MULTI-POUCH INFLATABLE SOFT ACTUATORS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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MULTI-POUCH INFLATABLE SOFT ACTUATORS

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Yuyang Song of Ann Arbor MI (US)

Umesh N. Gandhi of Farmington Hills MI (US)

Danil V. Prokhorov of Canton MI (US)

MULTI-POUCH INFLATABLE SOFT ACTUATORS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18118254 titled 'MULTI-POUCH INFLATABLE SOFT ACTUATORS

The abstract describes a patent application for a soft actuator that includes an inflatable arm with multiple inflatable pouches, a common fluid channel providing pressurized fluid to the pouches, valves controlling the fluid flow, and sensors for monitoring the pouches and fluid channel.

  • The soft actuator features an inflatable arm with multiple pouches for flexibility and adaptability.
  • A common fluid channel supplies pressurized fluid to the pouches for inflation.
  • Valves regulate the flow of fluid to control the inflation of the pouches.
  • Sensors are integrated to monitor the status of the pouches and fluid channel.
  • The actuator can selectively inflate the pouches for various applications.

Potential Applications: - Soft robotics - Prosthetics - Medical devices - Industrial automation

Problems Solved: - Enhances flexibility and adaptability in soft actuators - Allows for precise control and monitoring of inflation - Improves performance in various applications

Benefits: - Increased versatility in soft actuator technology - Enhanced functionality and control - Potential for new innovations in soft robotics and related fields

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Soft Actuator Technology for Diverse Industries This technology can be utilized in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and robotics for improved performance and functionality.

Questions about Soft Actuator Technology: 1. How does the integration of sensors improve the performance of the soft actuator? 

  - The sensors allow for real-time monitoring and control of the inflation process, enhancing precision and adaptability.

2. What are the potential advantages of using a common fluid channel in the soft actuator design? 

  - The common fluid channel simplifies the fluid distribution system, reducing complexity and improving efficiency.


Original Abstract Submitted

A soft actuator includes an inflatable arm having a plurality of inflatable pouches, a common fluid channel in fluid communication with and configured to provide a pressurized fluid to the plurality of inflatable pouches, a plurality of valves in fluid communication with the common fluid channel and the plurality of inflatable pouches. At least one sensor in communication with at least one of the plurality of inflatable pouches is include and the common fluid channel, the plurality of valves and the at least one sensor are configured to selectively inflate the plurality of inflatable pouches.

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