Multi-matrix fiber-reinforced composite fingers manufactured by Tailored Fiber Placement and Tailored Matrix Placement for bioinspired soft robotic hands

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Beitragende

  • Tales de Vargas Lisbôa - , Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden (Autor:in)
  • Vincent Michael Willenberg - , Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden, Technische Universität Dresden (Autor:in)
  • Morgan Renard - , Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden (Autor:in)
  • Simon Konze - , Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden (Autor:in)
  • E.-F. Markus Vorrath - , Professur für Mikrosystemtechnik (Autor:in)
  • Rafał Andrejczuk - , Professur für Mikrosystemtechnik (Autor:in)
  • Andreas Richter - , Professur für Mikrosystemtechnik (Autor:in)
  • Markus Stommel - , Professur für Polymerwerkstoffe (gB/IPF), Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden (Autor:in)
  • Axel Spickenheuer - , Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden, Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft (HTW) Dresden (Autor:in)

Abstract

This study presents the development of a bioinspired anthropomorphic gripper based on a multi-matrix fiber-reinforced composite design. By combining Tailored Fiber Placement and Tailored Matrix Placement, locally rigid and flexible zones were integrated within a single composite body, eliminating the need for discrete mechanical joints or hinges. Two distinct matrix systems, namely rigid epoxy and soft polyurethane, enabled local tuning of the mechanical response, while pneumatic silicone actuators manufactured by Liquid Additive Manufacturing provided active finger articulation. Experimental testing demonstrated effective finger flexion and a pronounced nonlinear force-pressure response, reaching up to 4.68 N at 45°, supporting the feasibility of functional gripping. This work demonstrates a multifunctional composite design approach for soft robotics, in which composites act as both structural and functional elements in adaptive systems.

Details

OriginalspracheEnglisch
Aufsatznummer100767
Seitenumfang8
FachzeitschriftComposites Part C: Open Access
Jahrgang20
Frühes Online-Datum4 Juli 2026
PublikationsstatusVeröffentlicht - Juli 2026
Peer-Review-StatusJa

Externe IDs

ORCID /0000-0002-0406-5800/work/220700125
ORCID /0000-0002-8588-9755/work/220700189
ORCID /0000-0003-2986-5692/work/220701657
unpaywall 10.1016/j.jcomc.2026.100767
Scopus 105045027871

Schlagworte

Schlagwörter

  • Soft robotic gripper, Tailored fiber placement, Multifunctional composites, Multi-matrix fiber reinforced composites, Tailored matrix placement