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126 articles for “AI robotics”
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Automatic Laser Welding Machine Using PLCs
Abstract: This paper presents the design and implementation of an automatic laser welding machine controlled by a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technology. Laser welding has gained significant attention in various industries due to its precision, speed, and efficiency. However, manual operation of laser welding systems can be labor-intensive and prone to errors. The proposed system aims to address these challenges by automating the welding process using PLC-based control. The system architecture …
Published in International Journal of VLSI Circuit Design & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Olfactory Intelligence in Bio-Hybrid UAVs: Integrating Living Lepidoptera Sensors for High-Precision Environmental Monitoring
Abstract: Autonomous aerial systems still face major challenges when attempting to locate airborne volatile organic compounds because many conventional gas sensors react slowly and cannot reliably follow turbulent chemical plumes. To address this limitation, a bio-hybrid sensing approach was explored using the antenna of the silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, as a natural chemical detector. The antenna was connected to an Electroantennogram (EAG) system that converts biological nerve signals into digital signals …
Published in International Journal of Electrical and Communication Engineering Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Sustainable Cotton Crop Productivity through Precision Weed Detection: A Deep Learning-Based Approach with UAV Integration
Abstract: Weeds present a major challenge to crop productivity by competing with crops for vital resources, including water, sunlight, and nutrients, often resulting in significant yield reductions. On a global scale, weeds are responsible for approximately 13.2% of annual crop losses, a quantity sufficient to feed nearly one billion people. These invasive plants disrupt agricultural systems and adversely impact crop yields. Given their uneven distribution in fields, ground or aerial robots …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Conductive Polymers for Electro-Mechanical Systems: Structure–Property Relationships and Mechanical Behavior Under Stress
Abstract: Conductive polymers represent a unique class of functional materials that combine the electrical characteristics of metals with the mechanical flexibility of polymers. These dual properties are critical for the next generation of electro-mechanical systems, including wearable sensors, soft robotics, structural health monitoring (SHM), and biomedical actuators. However, the mechanical performance of conductive polymers under diverse stress conditions—such as elongation, cyclic loading, bending, and impact—remains a key challenge, limiting their long-term …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Dielectric Elastomers in Actuation and Energy Applications: Material Behavior and Design Strategies
Abstract: Dielectric elastomers (DEs), a class of electroactive polymers, have attracted significant attention for their ability to undergo large, reversible deformations under electric stimulation. This unique capability makes them highly suitable for a range of actuation and energy harvesting applications, especially in the emerging fields of soft robotics, flexible electronics, artificial muscles, and sustainable power generation systems. DEs offer compelling advantages such as low weight, mechanical flexibility, high energy density, and …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Hybrid Material Systems for Flexible Electronics Electro-Mechanical Performance and Future Prospects
Abstract: Flexible electronics are transforming the landscape of modern electronic systems, enabling devices that are lightweight, stretchable, and adaptable to complex surfaces. These technologies are particularly impactful in applications such as wearable health monitors, soft robotics, energy harvesting systems, and implantable biomedical devices. At the heart of this evolution are hybrid material systems—engineered composites that combine organic polymers and inorganic nanomaterials to achieve synergistic electro-mechanical properties. These materials address the limitations …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 7–12 Read article