Scaled teleoperation system for nano-scale interaction and manipulation

In this paper, a visual and haptic human–machine interface is proposed for teleoperated nano-scale object interaction and manipulation. Design specifications for a bilateral scaled tele-operation system with slave and master robots, sensors, actuators and control are discussed. The Phantom™ haptic device is utilized as the master manipulator, and a piezoresistive atomic force microscope probe is selected as the slave manipulator and as topography and force sensors. Using the teleoperation control system, initial experiments are realized for interacting with nano-scale surfaces. It is shown that fine structures can be felt on the operator's finger successfully, and improved nano-scale interaction and manipulation using visual and haptic feedback can be achieved.

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