1. Automated Model Creation
Developed program to create networks of actuators in 2- and 3-D of arbitrary size in “grid” and “staggered” configurations
More parameters passed between neighboring architectures.
Next Step: GUI, tie into program to configure input and run simulation. m
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2. Back-plate Design Phigh Plow Flow
T-shaped planar extent with overlapped configuration
Inlet (bottom)
Pass through upper layer
lower layer valve
upper layer valve
Outlet (top)
Considered design options for backplates to provide high-density of actuators
Conclusion should succeed in 3mm x 3mm planer extent for 2 valves
2 valve layers, 2 reservoirs, conduits pass through upper reservoir
3mm x 3mm
Space for actuator
Conduits
Flow
Phigh
Plow
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3. Finger Sculpting Simulation
Motive: combine control single cylinder force control scheme (Young) with “blister tracking” ideas of Dr. Rossignac’s group.
Use “reasonably” realistic physically based model of bed of nails clay.
Finger : viscoelastic elements
Create custom simulink block
“Make-and-break” force connections
Input: Po = [x,y] Pi
Viscoelastic element Fi = f(x,t)
Transmit force when Pi falls in C
Collision space Ci
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