Variable stiffness joint mechanism

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8475074
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11949029

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In some embodiments, a variable stiffness joint is provided which has a plurality of structural members with a variable stiffness material coupled between the plurality of structural members. The variable stiffness material may be selectively activated/inactivated to control the stiffness of the joint. Additional embodiments and implementations are disclosed.

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  • HRL LABORATORIES, LLC

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Henry, Christopher P Thousand Oaks, US 82 1170

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