Elastic cord like human skin

Recently, researchers at Japan's Asahi Kasei Textile Company have successfully developed the first electrically resilient electric cable.

Inspired by the flexible elasticity of the human skin, the Roboden cable is considered an ideal solution for robots.

Inspired by the flexible elasticity of human skin, the Roboden cable is considered an ideal solution for humanoid robots and other electronic devices. In addition, the cord can also be used as a power cord or USB data cable for electronic devices.

Asahi Kasei Fibers is headquartered in Osaka, which specializes in producing Spandex, an extremely elastic synthetic fabric.

In order to create more human-like robots, this type of elastic cable is essential because it is suitable for a variety of robot movements, unlike hard-wired cables that now significantly limit movement. flexible and flexible.

Elastic cable is also an excellent solution for office or household electrical networks. The company has no plans to officially launch products to the retail market.