This course explores the future of space technology by combining soft robotics and mechanical counterpressure in redesigning space suits. The learning outcomes include understanding soft robots, exploring bio-inspired solutions, and comparing traditional space suits with Mechanical Counter-Pressure suits. The course teaches skills such as handling fragile materials, integrating human objects, and designing durable and adaptable suits. The teaching method involves lectures on various topics related to space technology. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in space exploration, robotics, and innovative technologies.
Redesigning Space Tech with Soft Robotics and Mechanical Counterpressure
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
What is a soft robot?
Handling fragile or irregular materials
Bio Inspired - Stability
Bio Inspired - Diversity of existing solutions
Human object integration
Durability and Adaptability
Traditional space suits
Mechanical Counter-Pressure suits (MCP) The Space Activity Suit - Dr. Paul Webb
Mechanical Counter-Pressure suits (MCP) BioSuit - Dr. Dava Newman (MIT)
Mechanical Counter-Pressure suits (MCP) MCP Glove System - Final Frontier Design
Why gloves first?
Robotic Rover with Electrodynamic Power Scavenging - Dr. Mason Peck (Cornell)
Tensegrity Robotic Rovers
Blast off with soft robotics! (and Hybrids too)
Taught by
HACKADAY
