For the BionicANTs, Festo has not only taken the delicate anatomy of the natural ant as a role model. For the first time, the cooperative behaviour of the creatures is also transferred to the world of technology using complex control algorithms.
Highly integrated individual systems to solve a common task
Like their natural role models, the BionicANTs work together under clear rules. They communicate with each other and coordinate their actions and movements among each other. The artificial ants thus demonstrate how autonomous individual components can solve a complex task together working as an overall networked system.
Latest production methods and technologies
Yet not only the cooperative behaviour of the artificial ants is amazing. Even their production method is unique. The laser-sintered components are embellished with visible conductor structures in the 3D MID process. They thereby take on design and electrical functions at the same time.
In the actuator technology used in the legs, Festo utilises the benefits of piezo technology; the bending actuators used can be controlled quickly and precisely, work on little energy and do not need much space.
Well-conceived name: ‘ANT’ stands both for the natural role model and for Autonomous Networking Technologies
Ideal platform: research basis for testing new technologies
Highly integrated components: design and electrical functions in one
Precise control: piezo-ceramic bending transducers in the legs’ actuators
Unique combination: 3D MID technology on laser-sintered shaped parts
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