High Dynamic Efficiency Robotic Actuators

This research focuses on the study of efficiency and impact mitigation in highly dynamic scenarios. Predictive virtual models are created to investigate the mechanical transmission efficiency; the shock mitigation factor and its influence on efficiency in certain scenarios; the different power transmission mechanics, for example, mechanical contact, friction and rolling, electromagnetic transmission; the kinematic-dynamic parameters and their influence on system efficiency, shock mitigation capability, control and system performance.

The objective is to obtain an ultra-efficient, lightweight and silent proprioceptive actuator for robotics, with applications in health, mobility, space and defence.