Journal of Robotics and Mechatronics · 2006 · 15 citations · 3 references
Natural SciencesMaterials EngineeringMaterials ScienceBiomechanicsMaterials CharacterizationStructural MaterialsMechanical TestingBiomechanical TestingCadaveric Spine TestingHybrid Force ControlHybrid Force-position ControlHybrid Position ControlHybrid Position-force ControlMechanical Property TestingMultiaxial Testing
Because mechanical spine properties having multiple degrees of freedom (DOF) are generally difficult to measure, we developed a parallel 6-axis material tester with hybrid position/force control. We give examples of 6-axis testing and results of material tests using polyurethane rubber and animal spines.
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