Smart Energy‐Absorbing Aerogel‐Based Honeycombs with Selectively Nanoconfined Shear‐Stiffening Gel
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DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300002
Abstract: Aerogels, shaped as fibers, films, as well as monoliths, have demonstrated a plethora of applications in both academia and industry due to charming properties including ultralow density, large specific surface area, high porosity, etc., however… read more here.
Keywords: shear stiffening; stiffening gel; ssg; smart energy ... See more keywords
Magnetically sensitive nanocomposites based on the conductive shear-stiffening gel
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DOI: 10.1007/s10853-019-03360-8
Abstract: In this paper a novel multi-functional composite with high electrical conductivity and excellent magnetic field sensitivity was fabricated by embedding carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and carbonyl iron powders (CIPs) into shear-stiffening gel (STG). Oscillatory shear test… read more here.
Keywords: stiffening gel; field; magnetic field; shear stiffening ... See more keywords
Shear stiffening gel-enabled twisted string for bio-inspired robot actuators
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-55405-x
Abstract: A rotary motor combined with fibrous string demonstrates excellent performance because it is powerful, lightweight, and prone to large strokes; however, the stiffness range and force-generating capability of twisted string transmission systems are limited. Here,… read more here.
Keywords: gel enabled; twisted string; stiffening gel; shear stiffening ... See more keywords