Smart Materials and Structures · 2013 · 17 citations · 4 references
EngineeringMaterials ScienceRobotics EngineeringHuman-robot InteractionRoboticsSensorsMechanical SensorsPiezoelectric MaterialsRobot SafetyRobot SensorsSafety In Human-robot InteractionTactile SensingPiezoelectric ElementsPiezoelectric SensingPiezoelectric Sensor MaterialsPiezoelectric SensorsPiezoelectric Tactile SensorsSkin-like SensorsTactile Sensing For RobotsTactile Sensors
Since service robots perform their functions in close proximity to humans, they are much more likely than other types of robot to come into contact with humans. This means that safety regarding robot–human interaction is of particular concern and requires investigation. Existing tactile sensing methods are very effective at detecting external dangerous loadings; however, until now, they have been very expensive.
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