Stiffness Characteristic

Stiffness characteristics, encompassing the resistance of materials or systems to deformation under load, are a crucial area of research across diverse fields. Current investigations focus on developing accurate stiffness models for various systems, ranging from biological tissues (using techniques like Fiber Bragg Grating sensors) to robotic manipulators (analyzing stiffness across both operational and parasitic motion spaces) and compliant mechanisms (exploring directional stiffness and its impact on tasks like high-speed assembly). Understanding and controlling stiffness is vital for improving the design and performance of medical devices, robots, and other engineered systems, leading to advancements in areas such as minimally invasive surgery, precision manufacturing, and flexible robotics.