@inproceedings{BoeseErmertTunayaretal., author = {B{\"o}se, Holger and Ermert, Helmut and Tunayar, A. and Monkman, Gareth J. and Baumann, Michael and Kahled, W. and Reichling, S. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Freimuth, Herbert and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan}, title = {A novel haptic sensor-actuator system for virtual reality}, series = {Eurohaptics 2004, Munich, Germany, June 5 - 7, 2004 Proceedings of the 4th International Conference EuroHaptics 2004 ; June 5 - 7, 2004, M{\"u}nchen, Germany}, booktitle = {Eurohaptics 2004, Munich, Germany, June 5 - 7, 2004 Proceedings of the 4th International Conference EuroHaptics 2004 ; June 5 - 7, 2004, M{\"u}nchen, Germany}, publisher = {Inst. of Automatic Control Engineering}, address = {M{\"u}nchen}, isbn = {3-9809614-0-0}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BoeseErmertTunayaretal., author = {B{\"o}se, Holger and Ermert, Helmut and Tunayar, A. and Monkman, Gareth J. and Baumann, Michael and Kahled, W. and Reichling, S. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Freimuth, Herbert and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan}, title = {A Novel Haptic Sensor-Actuator System for Applications in Virtual Reality}, series = {BMBF-Tagung, Leipzig 19.10 February 2004}, booktitle = {BMBF-Tagung, Leipzig 19.10 February 2004}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BoeseMonkmanFreimuthetal., author = {B{\"o}se, Holger and Monkman, Gareth J. and Freimuth, Herbert and Klein, Dagmar and Ermert, Helmut and Baumann, Michael and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Bruhns, Otto T.}, title = {ER Fluid Based Haptic System for Virtual Reality}, series = {Actuator 2002 : 8th International Conference on New Actuators \& 2nd International Exhibition on Smart Actuators and Drive Systems ; Bremen, Germany, 10 - 12 June 2002}, booktitle = {Actuator 2002 : 8th International Conference on New Actuators \& 2nd International Exhibition on Smart Actuators and Drive Systems ; Bremen, Germany, 10 - 12 June 2002}, edition = {CD-ROM}, pages = {351 -- 354}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KhaledBruhnsReichlingetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Reichling, S. and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Meier, Alexander and Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert and Ermert, Helmut}, title = {A haptic system for virtual reality applications based on ultrasound elastography and electrorheological fluids}, series = {Acoustical Imaging (ACIM)}, volume = {27}, booktitle = {Acoustical Imaging (ACIM)}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {Dordrecht}, isbn = {978-90-481-6652-7}, issn = {0270-5117}, doi = {10.1007/978-1-4020-2402-3_85}, pages = {667 -- 674}, abstract = {Mechanical properties of biological tissue represent important diagnostic information and are of histological and pathological relevance. Malignant tumors are significantly stiffer and more immobile than surrounding healthy tissue. Hard calcifications in vessels occur due to arteriosclerosis. The problem is, that such information is usually not available or can only be obtained by manual palpation, which is subjective and limited in sensitivity. It requires intuitive assessment and does not allow quantitative documentation. Unfortunately, none of the established medical imaging equipment such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or X-ray computed tomography (CT) can provide direct measure of tissue elasticity. On the one hand a suitable sensor is required for quantitative measurement of mechanical tissue properties. On the other hand there is also some need for a realistic haptic display of such tissue properties. Suitable actuator arrays with high spatial resolution acting in real time are required. A haptic sensor actuator system is presented in this paper including a sensitive sensor part and an actuator array for different applications. The mechanical consistency of an object is to be locally specified using a sensor system and represented perceptibly in a remote position on an actuator system for the user. The sensor system uses ultrasound (US) elastography, whereas the actuator array is based on electrorheological (ER) fluids.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KhaledBruhnsReichlingetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Reichling, S. and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Meier, Alexander and Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert and Ermert, Helmut}, title = {A haptic sensor-actuator-system based on ultrasound elastography and electrorheological fluids for virtual reality applications in medicine}, series = {CARS 2003 : computer assisted radiology and surgery ; proceedings of the 17th International Congress and Exhibition London, June 25 - 28, 2003}, booktitle = {CARS 2003 : computer assisted radiology and surgery ; proceedings of the 17th International Congress and Exhibition London, June 25 - 28, 2003}, publisher = {Elsevier}, address = {Amsterdam}, pages = {1354}, abstract = {Mechanical properties of biological tissue represent important diagnostic information and are of histological relevance (hard lesions, "nodes" in organs: tumors; calcifications in vessels: arteriosclerosis). The problem is, that such information is usually obtained by digital palpation only, which is limited with respect to sensitivity. It requires intuitive assessment and does not allow quantitative documentation. A suitable sensor is required for quantitative detection of mechanical tissue properties. On the other hand, there is also some need for a realistic mechanical display of those tissue properties. Suitable actuator arrays with high spatial resolution and real-time capabilities are required operating in a haptic sensor actuator system with different applications. The sensor system uses real time ultrasonic elastography whereas the tactile actuator is based on electrorheological fluids. Due to their small size the actuator array elements have to be manufactured by micro-mechanical production methods. In order to supply the actuator elements with individual high voltages a sophisticated switching and control concept have been designed. This haptic system has the potential of inducing real time substantial forces, using a compact lightweight mechanism which can be applied to numerous areas including intraoperative navigation, telemedicine, teaching, space and telecommunication.}, language = {en} } @article{KhaledErmertBruhnsetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Ermert, Helmut and Bruhns, Otto T. and Reichling, S. and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Meier, Alexander and Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert}, title = {Haptic sensor-actuator-system based on ultrasound elastography and electrorheological fluids for virtual reality applications in medicine}, series = {Studies in health technology and informatics, Medicine Meets Virtual Reality (MMVR)}, volume = {11}, journal = {Studies in health technology and informatics, Medicine Meets Virtual Reality (MMVR)}, number = {94}, publisher = {IOS Press}, pages = {144 -- 150}, abstract = {Mechanical properties of biological tissue represent important diagnostic information and are of histological relevance (hard lesions, "nodes" in organs: tumors; calcifications in vessels: arteriosclerosis). The problem is, that such information is usually obtained by digital palpation only, which is limited with respect to sensitivity. It requires intuitive assessment and does not allow quantitative documentation. A suitable sensor is required for quantitative detection of mechanical tissue properties. On the other hand, there is also some need for a realistic mechanical display of those tissue properties. Suitable actuator arrays with high spatial resolution and real-time capabilities are required operating in a haptic sensor actuator system with different applications. The sensor system uses real time ultrasonic elastography whereas the tactile actuator is based on electrorheological fluids. Due to their small size the actuator array elements have to be manufactured by micro-mechanical production methods. In order to supply the actuator elements with individual high voltages a sophisticated switching and control concept have been designed. This haptic system has the potential of inducing real time substantial forces, using a compact lightweight mechanism which can be applied to numerous areas including intraoperative navigation, telemedicine, teaching, space and telecommunication.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{KhaledReichlingBruhnsetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Reichling, S. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Baumann, Michael and B{\"o}se, Holger and Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert and Tunayar, A. and Lorenz, A. and Pessavento, A. and Ermert, Helmut}, title = {Palpation imaging using a haptic system for virtual reality applications in medicine}, series = {Perspective in image-guided surgery : proceedings of the Scientific Workshop on Medical Robotics, Navigation, and Visualization : RheinAhrCampus Remagen, Germany, 11-12 March}, booktitle = {Perspective in image-guided surgery : proceedings of the Scientific Workshop on Medical Robotics, Navigation, and Visualization : RheinAhrCampus Remagen, Germany, 11-12 March}, publisher = {World Scientific Publ.}, address = {Singapore}, pages = {407 -- 414}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KhaledReichlingBruhnsetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Reichling, S. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Baumann, Michael and B{\"o}se, Holger and Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert and Tunayar, A. and Lorenz, A. and Pessavento, A. and Ermert, Helmut}, title = {Palpation Imaging using a Haptic System for Virtual Reality Applications in Medicine}, series = {Proceedings of the 12th Annual Medicine Meets Virtual Reality Conference: - Building a Better You: The Next Tools for Medical Education, Diagnosis, and Care. - Medicine Meets Virtual Reality (MMVR) - Newport Beach (California, USA). 2004}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the 12th Annual Medicine Meets Virtual Reality Conference: - Building a Better You: The Next Tools for Medical Education, Diagnosis, and Care. - Medicine Meets Virtual Reality (MMVR) - Newport Beach (California, USA). 2004}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KhaledBruhnsReichlingetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Reichling, S. and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Meier, Alexander and Freimuth, Herbert and Tunayar, A. and Ermert, Helmut}, title = {A New Haptic Sensor Actuator System for Virtual Reality Applications in Medicine}, series = {Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention - MICCAI 2003: 6th International Conference, Montr{\´e}al, Canada, November 15-18, 2003, Proceedings}, booktitle = {Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention - MICCAI 2003: 6th International Conference, Montr{\´e}al, Canada, November 15-18, 2003, Proceedings}, publisher = {Springer}, isbn = {978-3540204626}, pages = {132 -- 140}, language = {en} } @article{KhaledBruhnsReichlingetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Reichling, S. and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Meier, Alexander and Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert and Ermert, Helmut}, title = {A haptic system for virtual reality applications based on ultrasound elastography and electrorheological fluids}, series = {Acoustical Imaging}, journal = {Acoustical Imaging}, number = {27}, publisher = {Kluver Academic}, address = {Dordrecht \& New York}, doi = {10.1007/978-1-4020-2402-3_85}, pages = {667 -- 675}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KhaledReichlingBruhnsetal., author = {Khaled, W. and Reichling, S. and Bruhns, Otto T. and Ermert, Helmut and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Baumann, Michael and B{\"o}se, Holger and Freimuth, Herbert and Tunayar, A.}, title = {Palpation imaging using a haptic sensor actuator system for medical applications}, series = {Actuator 2004 : 9th International Conference on New Actuators \& 3rd International Exhibition on Smart Actuators and Drive Systems, 14-16 June 2004, Bremen, Germany}, booktitle = {Actuator 2004 : 9th International Conference on New Actuators \& 3rd International Exhibition on Smart Actuators and Drive Systems, 14-16 June 2004, Bremen, Germany}, publisher = {HVG Hanseatische Veranstaltungs-GmbH}, address = {Bremen}, pages = {379 -- 382}, language = {en} } @misc{PremSindersbergerMonkman, author = {Prem, Nina and Sindersberger, Dirk and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Spectroscopic Analysis of Magneto-Active Polymers (MAP) - Poster}, series = {DFG-Tagung, Benediktbeuern, September 2017}, journal = {DFG-Tagung, Benediktbeuern, September 2017}, language = {en} } @misc{HecknerKesslerEgersdoerferetal., author = {Heckner, T. and Kessler, C. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Computer based platform for tactile actuator analysis}, series = {Actuator 2006 : 10th International Conference on New Actuators and 4th International Exhibition on Smart Actuators and Drive Systems, Bremen, Germany, 14 - 16 June 2006}, journal = {Actuator 2006 : 10th International Conference on New Actuators and 4th International Exhibition on Smart Actuators and Drive Systems, Bremen, Germany, 14 - 16 June 2006}, publisher = {HVG Hanseatische Veranst.-GmbH}, language = {en} } @misc{SindersbergerDiermeierMonkman, author = {Sindersberger, Dirk and Diermeier, Andreas and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Investigation of the electrical properties of magneto-active polymers - Poster}, series = {DFG-Tagung, Benedikbeuern, September 2016}, journal = {DFG-Tagung, Benedikbeuern, September 2016}, language = {en} } @misc{MonkmanSindersberger, author = {Monkman, Gareth J. and Sindersberger, Dirk}, title = {Investigation of the electrical properties of magneto-active polymers}, series = {DFG-Tagung, Benedikbeuern, September 2015}, journal = {DFG-Tagung, Benedikbeuern, September 2015}, language = {en} } @incollection{NiklasHillerJaegeretal., author = {Niklas, Andreas and Hiller, Karl-Anton and J{\"a}ger, Andreas and Brandt, M. and Putzger, J{\"u}rgen and Ermer, C. and Schulz, Irene and Monkman, Gareth J. and Giglberger, Stephan and Hirmer, Marion and Danilov, Sergey N. and Ganichev, Sergey D. and Schmalz, Gottfried}, title = {In vitro optical detection of simulated blood pulse in a human tooth pulp model}, series = {Biocompatibility of Dental Materials}, booktitle = {Biocompatibility of Dental Materials}, editor = {Arenholt-Bindslev, Dorthe and Schmalz, Gottfried}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {Berlin ; Heidelberg}, language = {en} } @article{PremSindersbergerStriegletal., author = {Prem, Nina and Sindersberger, Dirk and Striegl, Birgit and B{\"o}hm, Valter and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Shape memory effects using magnetoactive Boron-organo-silicon oxide polymers}, series = {Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics}, volume = {221}, journal = {Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics}, number = {15}, publisher = {Wiley}, doi = {10.1002/macp.202000149}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-23205}, pages = {1 -- 8}, abstract = {Thermomechanical shape memory materials have certain disadvantages when it comes to 3D volumetric reproduction intended for rapid prototyping or robotic prehension. The need to constantly supply energy to counteract elastic retraction forces in order to maintain the required geometry, together with the inability to achieve conformal stability at elevated temperatures, limits the application of thermal shape memory polymers. Form removal also presents problems as most viscoelastic materials do not ensure demolding stability. This work demonstrates how magnetoactive boron-organo-silicon oxide polymers under the influence of an applied magnetic field can be used to achieve energy free sustainable volumetric shape memory effects over extended periods. The rheopectic properties of boron-organo-silicon oxide materials sustain form removal without mold distortion.}, language = {en} } @article{MayerRabindranathBoerneretal., author = {Mayer, Matthias and Rabindranath, Raman and B{\"o}rner, Juliane and H{\"o}rner, Eva and Bentz, Alexander and Salgado, Josefina and Han, Hong and B{\"o}se, Holger and Probst, J{\"o}rn and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail and Monkman, Gareth J. and Schlunck, G{\"u}nther}, title = {Ultra-Soft PDMS-Based Magnetoactive Elastomers as Dynamic Cell Culture Substrata}, series = {PLoS ONE}, volume = {8}, journal = {PLoS ONE}, number = {10}, publisher = {PLOS}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0076196}, abstract = {Mechanical cues such as extracellular matrix stiffness and movement have a major impact on cell differentiation and function. To replicate these biological features in vitro, soft substrata with tunable elasticity and the possibility for controlled surface translocation are desirable. Here we report on the use of ultra-soft (Young's modulus <100 kPa) PDMS-based magnetoactive elastomers (MAE) as suitable cell culture substrata. Soft non-viscous PDMS (<18 kPa) is produced using a modified extended crosslinker. MAEs are generated by embedding magnetic microparticles into a soft PDMS matrix. Both substrata yield an elasticity-dependent (14 vs. 100 kPa) modulation of α-smooth muscle actin expression in primary human fibroblasts. To allow for static or dynamic control of MAE material properties, we devise low magnetic field (≈40 mT) stimulation systems compatible with cell-culture environments. Magnetic field-instigated stiffening (14 to 200 kPa) of soft MAE enhances the spreading of primary human fibroblasts and decreases PAX-7 transcription in human mesenchymal stem cells. Pulsatile MAE movements are generated using oscillating magnetic fields and are well tolerated by adherent human fibroblasts. This MAE system provides spatial and temporal control of substratum material characteristics and permits novel designs when used as dynamic cell culture substrata or cell culture-coated actuator in tissue engineering applications or biomedical devices.}, language = {en} } @article{ForsterMayerRabindranathetal., author = {Forster, Eva and Mayer, Matthias and Rabindranath, Raman and B{\"o}se, Holger and Schlunck, G{\"u}nther and Monkman, Gareth J. and Shamonin (Chamonine), Mikhail}, title = {Patterning of ultrasoft, agglutinative magnetorheological elastomers}, series = {Journal of applied polymer science}, volume = {128}, journal = {Journal of applied polymer science}, number = {4}, publisher = {Wiley}, address = {New York, NY}, doi = {10.1002/app.38500}, pages = {2508 -- 2515}, abstract = {A low-cost wax-cast molding technique for structuring ultrasoft (Young's modulus ≤ 40 kPa), agglutinative magnetorheological elastomer (MRE) material is presented. MRE structures ranging from a few millimeters down to the micrometer range with highly reproducible results are possible. Semitransparent MREs are also fabricated and their surfaces modified accordingly. This method opens new possibilities for MREs in biomedical engineering and microfluidic applications. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J. Appl. Polym. Sci., 2013}, language = {en} } @article{DiermeierSindersbergerKrenkeletal., author = {Diermeier, Andreas and Sindersberger, Dirk and Krenkel, Lars and Rosell, X. C. and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Controllable Magnetoactive Polymer Conduit}, series = {The Open Mechanical Engineering Journal}, volume = {12}, journal = {The Open Mechanical Engineering Journal}, number = {1}, publisher = {Bentham}, pages = {192 -- 200}, abstract = {Objective: Magneto-active Polymers (MAP) are smart materials whose mechanical characteristics, such as elastic and shear moduli, may be controllable by means of an externally applied magnetic field. Methods: Various additives may be used to influence the characteristics of the polymer matrix whilst a suspension of soft and/or hard magnetic particles determine the magnetic properties of the composite. Both pre-cure and post-cure magnetization is possible. Results: A range of control strategies have been investigated for evaluation of the system using fluids of differing kinematic viscosity. Conclusion: Depending on the degree of magnetic field homogeneity, magneto-deformation and magnetostriction contribute to MAP actuation. This paper presents a novel application in the form of a peristaltic MAP tube system, applicable to flow control and pumping of hemorheological fluids in blood circulatory systems for biomedical research purposes.}, language = {en} } @article{LooNagarajuPathivadaetal., author = {Loo, Xuyan and Nagaraju, Bhavana and Pathivada, Sai and Bartsch, Alexander and Schratzenstaller, Thomas and Sattler, Robert and Monkman, Gareth J.}, title = {Electrical properties of bisphenol-A-free magnetoactive borosilicate polymers}, series = {AIP Advances}, volume = {14}, journal = {AIP Advances}, number = {5}, publisher = {AIP Publishing}, issn = {2158-3226}, doi = {10.1063/5.0203017}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:bvb:898-opus4-72936}, abstract = {The recent REACH regulations require the elimination of bisphenol-A and titanium dioxide from commercially available boron-based polymers. This has led to changes in some of the mechanical characteristics, which strongly influence the properties of magnetoactive borosilicate polymers. This work delivers results on the electrical properties and discusses some implications for future research using bisphenol-A and titanium-dioxide-free substitutes.}, language = {en} } @article{KleinFreimuthMonkmanetal., author = {Klein, Dagmar and Freimuth, Herbert and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and Meier, Alexander and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael and Ermert, Helmut and Bruhns, Otto T.}, title = {Electrorheological Tactile Elements}, series = {Mechatronics}, volume = {15}, journal = {Mechatronics}, number = {7}, publisher = {Pergamon}, address = {Oxford}, doi = {10.1016/j.mechatronics.2004.05.007}, pages = {883 -- 897}, abstract = {The use of ultrasound systems for medical examination and diagnosis is nothing new. The extension of ultrasound techniques for real time elastographic analysis purposes represents a more recent development. Nevertheless, as they stand all such techniques rely on the interpretation of two-dimensional visual data displayed on a video screen. In reality however, a medical doctor will make as much use of exploratory touch as he or she does vision, making the simultaneous portrayal of both video and tactile information most desirable [B{\"o}se H, Monkman GJ, Freimuth H, Ermert H. Haptisches Sensor-Aktor-System uaf der grundlage der Echtzeitelastographie sowie von elktro- und magnetorheologischen Materialien "HASASEM" [3]. BMBF Antrag 01 IR A14D, Oktober 2000]. This paper discusses the preliminary tests and basic design parameters for single tactels using electrorheological fluids. The final aim is to produce a prototype three-dimensional tactile display comprising electrically switchable micro-machined cells whose mechanical moduli are governed by phase changes experienced by electrorheological fluids. This will be integrated with the latest elastographic ultrasonic sensor systems in order to present the human fingers with controllable surfaces capable of emulating biological tissue, muscle and bone.}, language = {en} } @article{KleinRensinkFreimuthetal., author = {Klein, Dagmar and Rensink, D. and Freimuth, Herbert and Monkman, Gareth J. and Egersd{\"o}rfer, Stefan and B{\"o}se, Holger and Baumann, Michael}, title = {Modelling the Response of a Tactile Array using an Electrorheological Fluids}, series = {Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics}, volume = {37}, journal = {Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics}, number = {5}, publisher = {IOP Publ.}, address = {Bristol}, issn = {1361-6463}, doi = {10.1088/0022-3727/37/5/023}, pages = {794 -- 803}, abstract = {This paper reports the first step in the development of a tactile array suitable for the presentation of haptic information in virtual reality. The system is based on the electric field dependence of the viscosity of electrorheological fluids. The simulation, as well as the experimental realization of single tactels is described. The mathematical approach is based on the Eckart model (Eckart W 2000 Continuum Mech. Thermodyn. 12 341-62) and its validity is demonstrated by comparing the resulting yield stress with the experimental results from Wunderlich (2000 Dissertation Universit{\"a}t Erlangen-N{\"u}rnberg). Two different tactel designs are realized and the experimental results are compared with numerical simulation. The design of modification B is shown to be applicable for the realization of an actuator array with high spatial resolution.}, language = {en} }