New Actuation Technology is Needed for
Advanced Robotic Systems

• Compact

  Multiple actuators must reside within constrained manipulator geometry

• High Power Density

  High degree of freedom systems and serial link mechanisms require weight miminization and maximal force output.

• High Force/Low Spped

  Efficient operation at lower speeds would eliminate complex and bulky reduction transmissions

• Linear Motion

  Since cable transmissions predominate advanced robotic systems, linear actuation eliminaates rotary/linear conversion.

• Inherent Compliance

  Static robotic configurations with current technologies consume substantial power.

• Energy Storage

  Autonomous robotic systems will eventually require high density energy storage.