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Figure 12.12
Lifting of a 50 g weight at the distal region of the flexible manipulator.
Figure 12.13
Obstacles test.
12.4.4 Obstacles avoidance test
This test aims to provide an analysis of its flexibility, control, and functionality. The idea of
the test is for the user to command the robotic platform to direct the flexible tip to the
intended location identified on the red block, as shown in Fig. 12.13, with an obstacle in
between, indicated by the yellow block. This demonstration proves that the device can
reach the target location given while forming the complex S-shape, indicating its high
