A design of actuation mechanisms for use in 'huggable' robotic teddy bear

Thesis (S.B.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, 2006. === Includes bibliographical references. === Silent, back drivable actuators were necessary for the Huggable teddy bear, a robotic companion for use in therapeutic applications. The benefits of pet therapy i...

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Main Author: Lalla, Levi (Levi J.)
Other Authors: Cynthia Breazeal.
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2007
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/36739