Participants:
The project aims to create a sensor-rich skin for robotic hands using Inveel’s nanoelectrode printing, achieving unprecedented resolution in force and proximity sensing. This advanced skin mimics human tactile sensitivity, enabling precise perception and superhuman abilities like proximity detection, tested through tactile dexterous manipulation experiments.
Research partner:
Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) – Helmut Schift
Paul Scherrer Institute, Advanced Nanomanufacturing Group specializes in developing cutting-edge techniques for patterning functional surfaces. Their expertise includes creating high-resolution stamps and molds with intricate 3D topographies and utilizing nanoimprint lithography across various research and application fields.
RSL – ETHZ
ETH Zurich Robotic Systems Lab (RSL) focuses on the development of intelligent machines designed to operate in rough and challenging environments. Their research primarily involves robots equipped with arms and legs, enhancing their capabilities to navigate and perform tasks in complex settings.
Implementation partner:
Inveel GmbH
Inveel specializes in high-resolution electronics printing technology for sensors on large areas and polymers. Their expertise in creating precise, nanoscale electrode patterns enables the development of advanced robotic sensory skin with exceptional precision and scalability.
