Adv Sci (Weinh) July 2021 PMID 34050720

Spider-Inspired Electrohydraulic Actuators for Fast, Soft-Actuated Joints.

Nicholas Kellaris, Philipp Rothemund, Yi Zeng, Shane K Mitchell, Garrett M Smith, Kaushik Jayaram, Christoph Keplinger

Mentions

56
Peak: 37 in Jun 2021
across 4 sources since Jun 2021

Extended reach

3,402,772
potential audience

Total likes

418

Video views

17,399

Mentions per month

Jun 2021 – May 2022

Where it's discussed

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  • YouTube1 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several posts emphasize the biological inspiration behind the actuators, using words like 'fascinating' and 'lightweight,' which reflect curiosity and admiration. The tone's enthusiasm and focus on innovative mechanisms suggest strong interest and engagement, although the perception of high impact remains cautiously optimistic, indicating the potential for meaningful influence but still early in its adoption.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the innovative approach of using spider-inspired principles for actuators, with posts describing the technology as 'fascinating' and 'cool,' indicating general approval.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity about the technology, with phrases like 'a new way to exploit' and 'lightweight robots inspired by spiders,' highlighting relevance and fascination.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many discussions include references to videos and detailed descriptions, such as 'Electrohydraulic arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion' and mentions of specific mechanisms, demonstrating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts suggest this research could significantly influence robotics, the impact is seen as promising but not universally defined as transformative, hence a moderate positive score.

Abstract in brief

  • The study introduces spider-inspired electrohydraulic soft actuated (SES) joints, which mimic spider leg hydraulics using electrostatic forces to pressurize hydraulic fluid, resulting in fast and strong movement.
  • These SES joints are lightweight, small, and capable of high-speed operation (up to 24 Hz), large displacement, and high forces, achieving performance metrics similar to human muscle, such as specific power up to 230 W/kg.
  • The versatility of SES joints is demonstrated through their integration into bidirectional joints, artificial limbs, and compliant grippers, highlighting their potential for rapid, efficient, and versatile robotic systems.]

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Massimo
@Rainmaker1973 · X

A team of researchers has now found a new way to exploit the principles of spiders’ joints to drive articulated robots without any bulky components and connectors, which weigh down the robot and reduce portability and speed [full video: https://t.co/c0S7V5W43w] https://t.co/0L992AETsc

Jun 19, 2021 · 116 likes · 25 shares · 3,174,043 followers View post →
Dynamic Structures
@DynStructures · X

Nature inspires tech: Meet the Electrohydraulic

Jun 30, 2021 · 6 likes · 4,796 followers View post →
T.Yamazaki
@ZappyZappy7 · X

Electrohydraulic Arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion https://t.co/HBz4pD09yU クモの関節の原理を利用して、かさばる部品やコネクターを使わずに多関節ロボットを駆動させる方法 #robot #robotics #actuator #biological #mimicry #2nd https://t.co/8HFSwH66gH

May 25, 2022 · 5 likes · 21,755 followers View post →
RobotShop
@RobotShop · X

Electrohydraulic arachno-bot a fascinating lightweight - YouTube Video https://t.co/twIK97pr0a https://t.co/2AMF529fhR

Jun 22, 2021 · 1 like · 16,325 followers View post →
Robot Enthusiast
@robothusiast · X

Electrohydraulic Arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion https://t.co/NPJn7jsZH8 https://t.co/Y4PFwJNSnB

Jun 21, 2021 · 1 like · 542 followers View post →
Justin Garten
@_justingarten · X

Actuators are cool. https://t.co/xefxH6jfoW

Jun 18, 2021 · 1 like · 22 followers View post →

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T.Yamazaki
@ZappyZappy7 · X

Electrohydraulic Arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion https://t.co/HBz4pD09yU クモの関節の原理を利用して、かさばる部品やコネクターを使わずに多関節ロボットを駆動させる方法 #robot #robotics #actuator #biological #mimicry #2nd https://t.co/8HFSwH66gH

May 25, 2022 · 5 likes · 21,755 followers View post →
Dynamic Structures
@DynStructures · X

Nature inspires tech: Meet the Electrohydraulic

Jun 30, 2021 · 6 likes · 4,796 followers View post →
RobotShop
@RobotShop · X

Electrohydraulic arachno-bot a fascinating lightweight - YouTube Video https://t.co/twIK97pr0a https://t.co/Y2LHTIUTvl

Jun 26, 2021 · 16,325 followers View post →
RobotShop
@RobotShop · X

Electrohydraulic arachno-bot a fascinating lightweight - YouTube Video https://t.co/twIK97pr0a https://t.co/2AMF529fhR

Jun 22, 2021 · 1 like · 16,325 followers View post →
GEEK RADIO DAILY
@GeekRadioDaily · X

Scientists Create Lightweight Robots Inspired by Spiders’ Joints https://t.co/VT1eGrsRmD

Jun 22, 2021 · 466 followers View post →
Billy Flynn
@BillyFlynn · X

Scientists Create Lightweight Robots Inspired by Spiders’ Joints https://t.co/jlVBuULHL4

Jun 22, 2021 · 509 followers View post →
Robot Enthusiast
@robothusiast · X

Electrohydraulic Arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion https://t.co/NPJn7jsZH8 https://t.co/Y4PFwJNSnB

Jun 21, 2021 · 1 like · 542 followers View post →
Anthromod
@anthromod · X

Electrohydraulic arachno-bot a fascinating lightweight https://t.co/onFajrkHPj via @YouTube

Jun 21, 2021 · 97 followers View post →
Nobody
@askN0B0DY · X

RT @ZappyZappy7: Electrohydraulic Arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion https://t.co/HBz4pCI0kM A new way to exploit the principles of spiders’…

Jun 21, 2021 · 1 share · 1,163 followers View post →
T.Yamazaki
@ZappyZappy7 · X

Electrohydraulic Arachno-bot with Lifelike Motion https://t.co/HBz4pCI0kM A new way to exploit the principles of spiders’ joints to drive articulated robots without any bulky components and connectors #robot #robotics #actuator #biological #mimicry https://t.co/VRvh5YnMof

Jun 21, 2021 · 1 share · 21,755 followers View post →
Khufu
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RT @Rainmaker1973: A team of researchers has now found a new way to exploit the principles of spiders’ joints to drive articulated robots w…

Jun 19, 2021 · 25 shares · 249 followers View post →
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RT @Rainmaker1973: A team of researchers has now found a new way to exploit the principles of spiders’ joints to drive articulated robots w…

Jun 19, 2021 · 25 shares · 131 followers View post →
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Massimo
@Rainmaker1973 · X

A team of researchers has now found a new way to exploit the principles of spiders’ joints to drive articulated robots without any bulky components and connectors, which weigh down the robot and reduce portability and speed [full video: https://t.co/c0S7V5W43w] https://t.co/0L992AETsc

Jun 19, 2021 · 116 likes · 25 shares · 3,174,043 followers View post →
Justin Garten
@_justingarten · X

Actuators are cool. https://t.co/xefxH6jfoW

Jun 18, 2021 · 1 like · 22 followers View post →
Дмитрий Трагер
@hagi_tragger · X

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Spider‐Inspired Electrohydraulic Actuators for Fast, Soft‐Actuated Joints https://t.co/oGlZefESUt Nice power consumption!

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