A Frequency Modulation-Based Taxel Array: A Bio-Inspired Architecture for Large-Scale Artificial Skin.

ABSTRACT: This work introduces an array prototype based on a Frequency Modulation (FM) encoding architecture to transfer multiple sensor signals on a single wire. The use case presented adopts Hall-effect sensors as an example to represent a much larger range of sensor types (e.g., proximity and temperature). This work aims to contribute to large area artificial skin systems which are a key element to enhance robotic platforms. Artificial skin will allow robotic platforms to have spatial awareness which will make interaction with objects and users safe. The FM-based architecture has been developed to address limitations in large-scale artificial skin scalability. Scalability issues include power requirements; number of wires needed; as well as frequency, density, and sensitivity bottlenecks. In this

SUBMITTER: Assaf T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8347592 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature