Flexible robotic limb

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1991-02-28

1992-07-14

Herrmann, Allan D.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Multiple controlling elements for single controlled element

74 8915, 74586, 414735, 901 15, 901 22, 901 23, 901 28, B25J 1700, B25J 1802

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051292793

ABSTRACT:
This invention is a flexible limb capable of changing length, bending in any direction, twisting, and changing cross-sectional size. Its skeletal structural design promotes optimal simplicity of control, ease of construction, lightness, and stiffness.

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