We present the derivation of a simple viscous damping model of Kelvin–Voigt type for
geometrically exact Cosserat rods from three-dimensional continuum theory. Assuming …

Colonoscopy is the most sensitive and specific means for detection of colon cancers and
polyps. To make colonoscopy more effective several problems must be overcome including …

Transfer learning is a hierarchical approach to reinforcement learning of complex tasks
modeled as Markov Decision Processes. The learning results on the source task are used …

The paper deals with the description of a new methodology for addressing the modelling for
static and dynamic simulation of the cross-axis flexural pivot. The proposed methodology is …

The paper deals with the problem of learning the control of Multi-Component Robotic
Systems (MCRSs) applying Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning (MARL) algorithms …

The paper deals with the description of a methodology for investigating the effects of the
dimensional errors on the performance of compliant assemblies in order to perform an …

The colonoscope is an important tool in diagnosis and management of diseases of the
colon. One of the ongoing challenges with this device is that the colonoscope may form a …

Physics-based animation has become a standard feature in modern games. Typically, the
bones in a character's animation rig are each associated with a simulated rigid body …

A method to simulate suture threads for a microsurgical training simulator is presented. An
integration method based on implicit integration is used in order to achieve the high stiffness …