Design of a biomimetic skin for an octopus-inspired robot– Part I: characterising octopus skin

Hou, J., Bonser, R. H. C. and Jeronimidis, G. (2011) Design of a biomimetic skin for an octopus-inspired robot– Part I: characterising octopus skin. Journal of Bionic Engineering. ISSN 1672-6529 doi: 10.1016/S1672-6529(11)60032-2

Abstract/Summary

Octopus skin samples were tested under quasi-static and scissor cutting conditions to measure the in-plane material properties and fracture toughness. Samples from all eight arms of one octopus were tested statically to investigate how properties vary from arm to arm. Another nine octopus skins were measured to study the influence of body mass on skin properties. Influence of specimen location on skin mechanical properties was also studied. Material properties of skin, i.e. the Young's modulus, ultimate stress, failure strain and fracture toughness have been plotted against the position of skin along the length of arm or body. Statistical studies were carried out to help analyzing experimental data obtained. Results of this work will be used as guidelines for the design and development of artificial skins for an octopus-inspired robot.

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Refereed	Yes
Divisions	Science > School of the Built Environment
Publisher	Elsevier
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