Mechanical characterization of compliant neural probes, their insertion regimes and a rule of thumb design

Authors

Zac Smith

Published

September 18, 2019

Abstract

Investigates mechanical theory of buckling compliant neural probes, how this relates to insertion forces using normalized force data and discusses potential strategies to improve the insertion ability of neural probes. This report also provides a guide for mechanically testing compliant neural probes and demonstrates a design rule of thumb that insertion forces should be 1/3 lower than the buckling force to enable reliable insertion.