Host: The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
Name : [in Japanese]
Date : May 10, 2017 - May 13, 2017
Pneumatic driven systems are widely used in various fields. Recently, it is applied to wearable assist systems since it is lightweight, high-power and retains structural softness. To activate these pneumatic actuators, air compressor which is driven by large motors or engine is used generally. These heavy and large systems prevent pneumatic systems from being portable. If portable pneumatic power source were developed, pneumatic system could be used in wider fields. Thus, in this study, we aim to develop portable pneumatic power source that is enable to withstand practical use. As an initial step, various air compressing methods are evaluated in terms of portability in this paper. Methods to compare are small compressor activated by battery, phase change of material a chemical reaction.
