Structural simulation of the "DLR Artificial Skin" with ANSYS

Abstract

A silicon based 3D structure is intended to be used as a sensorgrid for robots, like an "artificial skin". Aim is to simulate the tactile sense of a human skin on a robot. To achieve an optimal sensor geometry, various test are carried out. Part of the test series is a structural simulation of the sensor with ANSYS®. In this document, the results of different structural simulations like • pure displacement with three different electrode geometries, • deformation of a Taxel with Bumper under external force, • deformation of a Taxel without Bumper under external force will be presented.