Wet-Driven Bionic Actuators from Wool Artificial Yarn Muscles.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c22659
Abstract: Nature-similar muscle is one of the ultimate goals of advanced artificial muscle materials. Currently, a variety of chemical and natural materials have been gradually developed for the preparation of artificial muscles. However, due to the… read more here.
Keywords: wool artificial; artificial yarn; wet driven; yarn muscles ... See more keywords
Self-Aware Artificial Coiled Yarn Muscles with Enhanced Electrical Conductivity and Durability via a Two-Step Process
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DOI: 10.3390/polym15030552
Abstract: Muscles are capable of modulating the body and adapting to environmental changes with a highly integrated sensing and actuation. Inspired by biological muscles, coiled/twisted fibers are adopted that can convert volume expansion into axial contraction… read more here.
Keywords: step; coiled yarn; actuation; yarn muscles ... See more keywords