Oriceps: Origami-Inspired Forceps

摘要: This paper presents the conceptualization and modeling of a compliant forceps design, which we have called Oriceps, as an example origami-inspired design that has application in variety settings including robotic surgeries. Current often use traditional mechanisms with parts are difficult to clean, wear quickly, challenging fabricate due their complexity small size. The Oriceps is based on spherical kinematic configurations several action origami models, can be fabricated by cutting folding flat material. concept potential implementation surgical because it would require fewer parts, easier sterilize, potentially suitable for both macro micro scales. folded planar characteristics this could amenable smart materials resulting smaller scale, greater tool flexibility, integrated actuation, adaptability functions. suitability shape-memory discussed.Copyright © 2013 ASME