Biologically-Inspired Microfabricated Force and Position Mechano-Sensors

The aim of this paper is to discuss an ideal design procedure for biologically-inspired mechano-sensors. The main steps of this procedure are the following: (1) analysis of force and position sensors in humans; (2) analysis of technologies available for MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) and (3) design and implementation of biologically-inspired sensors in innovative mechatronic and biomechatronic systems (e.g., anthropomorphic robots, prostheses, and neuroprostheses).

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