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A novel continuum robotic cable aimed at applications in space

We introduce a new class of long and thin continuum robots intended for use in space applications. This 'cable' robot is a next-generation version of the current state of the art (NASA's 'Tendril'). The article describes the key practical limitations of the mechanical design...

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Published in:Advanced robotics 2015-07, Vol.29 (13), p.861-875
Main Authors: Tonapi, M.M., Godage, I.S., Vijaykumar, A.M., Walker, I.D.
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