Tatsuho Nagatomo
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About
Tatsuho Nagatomo is a leading innovator in the field of soft robotics and flexible microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), with a particular focus on miniaturized actuators and tactile sensors. His most impactful contribution is the development of the **Micro Elastic Pouch Motor**, a groundbreaking soft actuator that leverages liquid-to-gas phase change within an elastic rubber bladder. This design enables large, controllable deformation in a remarkably small form factor, operating at the low threshold of 34°C—a key achievement for safe, biomedical applications (29 citations). In parallel, Nagatomo has advanced the precision of polymer-based tactile sensing. His work on reducing parasitic capacitance in PDMS capacitive force sensors directly addresses a critical bottleneck in flexible MEMS, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of soft tactile interfaces for medical and robotic use (16 citations). By solving fundamental material and design challenges, Nagatomo’s research bridges the gap between theoretical soft robotics and practical, deployable devices, establishing him as a pivotal figure in creating safer, more dexterous machines that interact intimately with the human body.
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- 2Reduction of Parasitic Capacitance of A PDMS Capacitive Force Sensor16 citations · 2018