An October 8 MIT report describes a flexible optical-fiber sheet reconstructing its shape almost in real time, including after some fibers are cut. Reported surface error is under 0.16 inches. The July 29 paper also demonstrates upper-arm movement and external-force sensing. Physical-therapy applications remain prospective.
A sheet that measures its own bending
An October 8 MIT report describes a flexible optical-fiber sheet reconstructing its shape almost in real time, including after some fibers are cut.
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Sources & further reading
- October 8 MIT report news.mit.edu
- July 29 paper advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com