OctoArm A limb inspired by the way an octopus uses its tentacles to complete tasks, from walking on the ocean floor, to propelling itself through the water like a torpedo.

We made a prototype of an octopus tentacle out of cardboard and a series of joints. We decided to use different types of joints because we knew that would be the easiest way to make it move. We are exploring ways to increase the force that is exerted when the tentacle wraps around an object. We were resolving the problem we had with the sturdiness of the entire tentacle, we did this by taping popsicle sticks to the back of the tentacle to help support it. The characteristics we will keep include: the hooking motion, and using hot glue as a grip. We will have the same concepts, but different design. We will try to change the way it moves, we are thinking about using a rotating wheel type mechanism because the motion of the tentacle will no longer rely on the person pulling the string. For our next prototype, we will make sure to improve it in the best and most efficient ways possible. 

The Soft Robotic Hand is a research exploration into soft robotics through creating a prosthetic hand that enables more versatile actuation and durability that conventional robotic hands

Soft robotics have an incredible amount of potential to create precise movements, that would need many heavy actuators to replicate in conventional robotics. The goal of  this project if to examine soft robotic actuation and its ability to integrate into conventional robotics.  Soft robotics have some limitations, so harder materials and principals are being incorporated so the hand can perform  fine motor skills. Real world applications of this study could include full hand prosthesis replacement, helping to  provide grip strength for someone with a partly functioning hand, or even  an additional exoskeletal hand for someone who is in a particularly demanding jobs.

The hand consisted of three main groupings, the 4 upper fingers that have very similar functions, the thumb and palm, and the wrist. Each of the were fabricated  from 3d printed molds and cast in silicone.  

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