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Miniaturized and untethered McKibben muscles based on photothermal-induced gas-liquid transformation

Engineering and Technology

Miniaturized and untethered McKibben muscles based on photothermal-induced gas-liquid transformation

W. Ai, K. Hou, et al.

Experience the future of robotics with this miniaturized fiber-reinforced artificial muscle driven by light-induced gas-liquid phase transition. This groundbreaking research by Wenfei Ai, Kai Hou, Jiaxin Wu, Yue Long, and Kai Song presents a wireless solution that eliminates external pumps and valves, making it ideal for rescue and exploration applications.

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Abstract
This study presents a miniaturized fiber-reinforced artificial muscle driven by light-induced gas-liquid phase transition. The muscle, with a minimum volume of 15.7 mm³, achieves bending and axial elongation. This light-driven approach eliminates the need for external pumps and valves, enabling wireless control and miniaturization suitable for applications in rescue and exploration.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Feb 13, 2024
Authors
Wenfei Ai, Kai Hou, Jiaxin Wu, Yue Long, Kai Song
Tags
artificial muscle
fiber-reinforced
light-induced
gas-liquid phase transition
miniaturization
wireless control
rescue applications

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