Self-propelled swimmers using ultrasonic transducers have been proposed and studied.
The screw and bionic propulsion systems have dominated underwater robots. However, the …

This study presents an innovative approach in soft robotics, focusing on an inchworm-
inspired robot designed for enhanced transport capabilities. We explore the impact of …

Surface acoustic wave atomization is also effective for generating microparticles and
nanoparticles, because of the small wavelength with the high frequency. In this work, a novel …

The acoustofluidic actuation produced by piezoelectric transducer is capable of propelling
micro underwater robots forward, yet the motion pattern is relatively simplistic. To solve this …

Wireless motion and miniature size are two essential features for deep-sea robots applying
in the practical confined area, which are incompatible due to the existence of onboard power …

The controlled actuation of hydraulic and pneumatic actuators has unveiled fresh and
thrilling opportunities for designing mobile robots with adaptable structures. Previously …

Acoustic propulsion system presents a novel underwater propulsion approach in small scale
swimmer. This study introduces a submerged surface acoustic wave (SAW) propulsion …

An autonomous swimmer with surface acoustic wave (SAW) is proposed and evaluated.
Because the higher frequency makes the scale down and keeps the power density …

This study investigates a scheme utilizing a ring transducer for an acoustic underwater
propulsion system. Acoustic underwater propulsion systems are well suited for the …

Micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) based piezoelectric ultrasonic transducers for
acoustic imaging of the surroundings are known as piezoelectric micromachined ultrasonic …