Linear induction actuators for a haptic interface: a quasi-perfect transparent mechanism

Alberto Cabezon Ortega (1) , Antoine Weill-Duflos (1) , Sinan Haliyo (1) , Stephane Regnier (1) , Vincent Hayward (1)

1 ISIR - Institut des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique

This article describes the design of a high-fidelity haptic interface based on a three-axis induction system. Unlike other type of actuators, linear induction motors can provide simultaneously a non-contact drive and a very low inertia. Their integration in a haptic device enables an interface with quasi-perfect mechanical transparency. We detail the conception of linear induction motors for a haptic application and experimental results of a proof-of-concept interface driven by them are shown.

Mots clés: haptic device; haptic transparency; linear induction motor; low inertia

Domaines: Sciences de l'ingénieur [physics]

Alberto Cabezon Ortega, Antoine Weill-Duflos, Sinan Haliyo, Stephane Regnier, Vincent Hayward. Linear induction actuators for a haptic interface: a quasi-perfect transparent mechanism. 2017 IEEE World Haptics Conference (WHC), 2017, Munich, Germany. pp.529-534, ⟨10.1109/WHC.2017.7989965⟩. ⟨hal-03190972⟩