Abstract
A pump capable of transporting high-viscosity fluids and solid-liquid mixtures is required in various industrial settings. Turbine-type pumps, piston-type pumps and squeeze-type pumps are often used to transport high-viscosity fluids and solid-liquid mixture. However, these types of pumps have disadvantages. Hence, an innovative transport system is desired. In this paper, we focus on bowel peristalsis as a model for a mechanism that can transport fluids, such as sludge with little water. We developed a peristaltic pump based on the bowel mechanism by using an artificial rubber muscle, and confirmed its capabilities. In addition, we develop new tube to achieve a perfect close of the tube, and confirm the basic characteristics of the new tube. Finally, we measure the suction pressure and flow rate and confirm the perfect close of the tube.
