Development of the optimum end-effector for two-fingered micro-hands system to support cell manipulation

T. Kurata*, M. Horade, M. Kojima, K. Kamiyama, Y. Mae, T. Arai

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Abstract

This paper reports the development of an optimum end-effector with an uneven surface for a two-fingered micro-hand, and the efficiency of cell manipulation with this end-effector. A two-fingered micro-hand system has been developed by our group. The design and dimensions of the end-effector were optimized for micro-scale manipulation. An end-effector with the optimum shape to increase grip force was fabricated. To avoid the adhesion force becoming higher in the micro-scale, the surface of the tip of the end-effector was made uneven. Finally, high accuracy cell manipulation without sliding during handling and without adhesion was performed successfully.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication18th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2014
PublisherChemical and Biological Microsystems Society
Pages1119-1121
Number of pages3
ISBN (Electronic)9780979806476
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Externally publishedYes
Event18th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2014 - San Antonio, United States
Duration: 26 Oct 201430 Oct 2014

Publication series

Name18th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2014

Conference

Conference18th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Antonio
Period26/10/1430/10/14

Keywords

  • Cell manipulation
  • MEMS
  • Micro fabrication
  • Micro-manipulation

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