腹足類を参考とした柔軟シート状アクチュエータによる進行波の生成

―連続的進行波の生成としわ伸ばし動作への応用―

抄録

In this paper, we propose a method for generating continuous traveling waves using a flexible sheet actuator. This sheet is pneumatically powered, flexible and extremely thin. Since it has a discrete structure, its continuous waveforms have not been realized so far. In our study, we focused on the transition process where waves move to neighboring chambers, and succeeded in making the waves travel continuously while always keeping almost the same amplitude. In addition, this paper discusses methods of preventing pressure ulcers by applying Sheet's waveform, and considers future perspectives.