Online Course Catalog
BIOE 598 SRO - Soft Robotics
Fall 2024
Title | Section | CRN | Type | Hours | Times | Days | Location | Instructor |
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Soft Robotics | SRO | 65548 | ONL | 4 | - | Holly McIlwee Golecki |
Course Description
In this design course, we will explore soft materials used for devices to interface with humans, mimic natural systems, and improve upon traditional robots. Students will: (1) Explore fundamentals of polymer chemistry and flexible sensors. (2) Read and discuss current literature in the field. (3) Build actuators and sensors using polymer molding, Arduino controls (no prior experience necessary). (4) Design novel advances in bioinspired, wearable, or implantable soft robots. Please note that this section is only for online students who meet course program restrictions, as noted.
Credit Hours
4 hours
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree.
Subject Area
- Bioengineering