Optimization of an artificial hand-driven robotic system

• Grant number: 05/03419-6
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation
• Start date: February 01, 2006
• End date: January 31, 2007
• Field of knowledge: Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Design
• Principal Investigator: Glauco Augusto de Paula Caurin
• Grantee: Leandro Cuenca Massaro
• Host Institution: Escola de Engenharia de São Carlos (EESC). Universidade de São Paulo (USP). São Carlos , SP, Brazil

Abstract

This project considers the optimization of the drive system, through the synthesis of a new concept of connection for the phalanxes, handles (tendões) and engines, of a robotic hand. This new concept will take in consideration non linearity of the behavior of the passage covered for the handles that carry through the transmission of the movement.