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In this paper, we discuss the methods and requirements to simulate a soft bodied beam using traditional rigid body kinematics to produce motion inspired by eels. Eels produce a form of undulatory locomotion called anguilliform locomotion that propagates waves throughout the entire body. The system that we are analyzing is a flexible 3D printed beam being actively driven by a servo motor. Using the simulation, we also analyze different parameters for these spines to maximize the linear speed of the system.
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Contributors
- Kwan, Anson (Author)
- Aukes, Daniel (Thesis director)
- Marvi, Hamidreza (Committee member)
- Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
- Engineering Programs (Contributor)
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2022-05
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