Artificial Characterization of Objects Relating to Human Tactile Perception.
This research aims to develop a robotic instrument and measurement standard to provide the world's first quantitative characterization of surface properties that relates to and even exceeds human tactile perception. To date, SynTouch has made substantial progress in developing such a standard using their multimodal tactile sensor modeled after the human fingertip (BioTac) and biologically inspired methods of exploration, signal processing and decision making, achieving greater than 99% classification accuracy over 500 materials. This research project seeks to validate these result by comparing performance against expert sensory panel evaluators and to address remaining requirements for calibration to bring this technology to market. Our team and culture at SynTouch has a strong foundation in biology, neuroscience and pioneering technology and we would welcome the opportunity to train individuals with experience in research, tactile sensing and advanced signal processing and analysis. less This research aims to develop a robotic instrument and measurement standard to provide the world's first quantitative characterization of surface properties that relates to and even exceeds human tactile perception. To date, SynTouch has made substantial progress in developing such a standard using their multimodal tactile sensor modeled after the human fingertip (BioTac) and biologically inspired methods of exploration, signal processing and decision making, achieving greater than 99% classification accuracy over 500 mat... more
SynTouch develops human-like tactile sensors and applications in material characterization, tactile displays, intelligent reflexes and telerobotics. Applicants will work towards research and development to create next-generation applications of tactile sensing in these and other fields.
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We are looking for candidates with specialized experience in the following fields: - robotics - tactile sensing - mechatronics - software development - signal processing - experiment design and data analysis
The following are also highly desirable: - detailed knowledge about human tactile sensing and basic neuroscience - experience working with robotics - mechanical engineering specialization (advanced feedback control design) - material science expertise - product development experience - project management experience
