Reprogrammable Multi‐Responsiveness of Regenerated Silk for Versatile Soft Actuators
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202316301
Abstract: Developing stimulus‐responsive materials (SRMs) with reversible, large, and reprogrammable multi‐responsiveness is crucial for soft actuators and intelligent devices, which remains challenging. In this study, regenerated silk fibroin with hierarchical structure is utilized to specially design… read more here.
Keywords: soft actuators; regenerated silk; multi responsiveness; versatile soft ... See more keywords
Ultrafast Biomimetic Untethered Soft Actuators with Bone‐In‐Flesh Constructs Actuated by Magnetic Field
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202401159
Abstract: Soft actuators with unique mechanics have gained significant interests for unique capabilities and versatile applications. However, their actuation mechanisms (usually driven by light, heat, or chemical reactions) result in long actuation times. Reported magnetically actuated… read more here.
Keywords: untethered soft; soft actuators; actuators bone; ultrafast biomimetic ... See more keywords
Transparent Soft Actuators/Sensors and Camouflage Skins for Imperceptible Soft Robotics.
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202002397
Abstract: The advent of soft robotics has led to great advancements in robots, wearables, and even manufacturing processes by employing entirely soft-bodied systems that interact safely with any random surfaces while providing great mechanical compliance. Moreover,… read more here.
Keywords: soft actuators; imperceptible soft; actuators sensors; transparent soft ... See more keywords
Soft Actuators Made of Discrete Grains
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202109617
Abstract: Recent work has demonstrated the potential of actuators consisting of bulk elastomers with phase‐changing inclusions for generating high forces and large volumetric expansions. Simultaneously, granular assemblies have been shown to enable tunable properties via different… read more here.
Keywords: discrete grains; solvent; grains soft; made discrete ... See more keywords
4D Multimaterial Printing of Soft Actuators with Spatial and Temporal Control
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202312135
Abstract: Soft actuators (SAs) are devices which can interact with delicate objects in a manner not achievable with traditional robotics. While it is possible to design a SA whose actuation is triggered via an external stimulus,… read more here.
Keywords: printing; actuation; control; soft actuators ... See more keywords
Shining Light on Liquid Crystal Polymer Networks: Preparing, Reconfiguring, and Driving Soft Actuators
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DOI: 10.1002/adom.201900262
Abstract: Soft actuators based on liquid crystal polymer networks (LCNs) have emerged as an exciting research topic due to many envisioned applications in areas such as soft robotics and self‐regulating devices. The infatuation stems from the… read more here.
Keywords: crystal polymer; liquid crystal; polymer networks; reconfiguring driving ... See more keywords
Soft Actuators of Liquid Crystal Polymers Fueled by Light from Ultraviolet to Near Infrared
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DOI: 10.1002/adom.202001743
Abstract: DOI: 10.1002/adom.202001743 Various stimuli have been implemented to trigger deformation of the LCPs. Compared to other stimuli, such as by heat, magnetic fields, acoustic waves, pressure, pH variation, humidity, and electricity, light stimulus is ideal… read more here.
Keywords: soft actuators; near infrared; ultraviolet near; lcps ... See more keywords
Soft Actuators Based On Carbon Nanomaterials.
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DOI: 10.1002/cplu.202100437
Abstract: Inspired by the sophisticated design of biological systems, interest in soft intelligent actuators has increased significantly in recent years, providing attractive strategies for the design of elaborate soft mechanical systems. For the construction of those… read more here.
Keywords: based carbon; carbon nanomaterials; soft actuators; actuators based ... See more keywords
Reconfigurable Soft Actuators with Multiple-Stimuli Responses.
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DOI: 10.1002/marc.202000313
Abstract: Multiple-stimuli responsive soft actuators with tunable initial shapes would have substantial potential in broad technological applications, ranging from advanced sensors, smart robots to biomedical devices. However, existing soft actuators are often limited to single initial… read more here.
Keywords: soft actuators; stimuli responses; multiple stimuli; actuator ... See more keywords
Reprogrammable Magnetic Soft Actuators with Microfluidic Functional Modules via Pixel-Assembly.
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DOI: 10.1002/smll.202310009
Abstract: Magnetic soft actuators and robots have attracted considerable attention in biomedical applications due to their speedy response, programmability, and biocompatibility. Despite recent advancements, the fabrication process of magnetic actuators and the reprogramming approach of their… read more here.
Keywords: microfluidic functional; soft actuators; via pixel; magnetic actuators ... See more keywords
Unconventional Stiffening Behavior of Amphiphilic Triblock Copolymers in Aqueous Environments for Thermally Activated Artificial Muscles.
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DOI: 10.1002/smll.202504829
Abstract: Biological systems achieve multifunctionality through dynamic stiffness modulation, yet replicating this adaptability in synthetic actuators remains challenging. Paradigm-shifting thermally triggered shape-memory polymers (SMPs) are reported that defies conventional thermal softening behavior. By designing amphiphilic triblock… read more here.
Keywords: amphiphilic triblock; soft actuators; triblock copolymers; aqueous environments ... See more keywords