Development of small-sized 3 DOF finger module in micro hand for micro manipulation

Tamio Tanikawa*, Tatsuo Arai, Noriho Koyachi

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Contribution to conferencePaperpeer-review

43 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

A dexterous micro manipulation system was developed for applications such as assembling micro machines, manipulating cells, and micro surgery. We have proposed a concept of a two-fingered micro hand, and designed and built a prototype. We succeeded in performing basic micro manipulations, including the grasp, release, and rotation of a microscopic object. The two-fingered micro hand prototype should be more miniaturized for higher accuracy and combination in small chamber of SEM. In this paper, we will propose a small-sized 3DOF finger module with a parallel mechanism. An optimized link mechanism for miniaturization is used to the finger module. A photo fabrication system is used to fabrication of the finger module. Basic experiment shows excellent micro capability.

Original languageEnglish
Pages876-881
Number of pages6
Publication statusPublished - 1999
Externally publishedYes
Event1999 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS'99): Human and Environment Friendly Robots whith High Intelligence and Emotional Quotients' - Kyongju, South Korea
Duration: 17 Oct 199921 Oct 1999

Conference

Conference1999 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS'99): Human and Environment Friendly Robots whith High Intelligence and Emotional Quotients'
CityKyongju, South Korea
Period17/10/9921/10/99

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Development of small-sized 3 DOF finger module in micro hand for micro manipulation'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this