Recent Advances in Variable‐Stiffness Robotic Systems Enabled by Phase‐Change Materials
Phase‐change materials (PCMs), such as shape memory alloys, hydrogels, shape memory polymers, liquid crystal elastomers, and low‐melting‐point alloys, are driving advancements in stiffness‐tunable robotic systems across a wide range of applications. This review highlights recent progress in PCM‐enabled robotics, focusing on their underlying mechanisms,
Sukrit Gaira+5 more
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Optimizing hardware configuration for solar powered energy management in battery ultracapacitor hybrid electric vehicles. [PDF]
Kaushik S, Rachananjali K.
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Fast response, zero‐power, text or image sensors utilizing light transmission or reflection, and no unfavorable color change judgments, are fabricated using printed nematic liquid crystals patterned on reactive alignment layers, permit ppt‐ to ppb‐level sensitivity, and were field‐tested with active firefighters.
Ryan A. Williams+9 more
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Datasets on probability distributions of arrival and departure times of privately used electric vehicles. [PDF]
Wu Y, Aziz SM, Haque MH.
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Printed Recyclable and Flexible Thermocouple Temperature Sensors
Printed recyclable thermocouple sensors with low cost, easy processing, and compatibility with mass production are developed. Using re‐dissolvable polymeric binders, the printed sensors decompose without harsh treatments, while ferromagnetic Ni flakes enable efficient magnetic separation of materials.
Xiaotao Wang+5 more
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HELENA project: Driving innovation in high energy density Li-metal halide solid-state batteries for electric vehicles and aircrafts. [PDF]
López-Aranguren P+24 more
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Facile Functionalization of Separator with an Amino Acid to Boost Li–S Battery Performance
This study introduces a viable bio‐approach to functionalize conventional separators using leucine‐polyacrylic acid (Leu‐PAA) via the simple soaking method. This strategy synergistically improves polysulfide trapping, regulates lithium‐ion flux, and enhances thermal and mechanical stability, leading to excellent cycling stability.
Lulu Ren+5 more
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Towards Safer Electric Vehicles: Autoencoder-Based Fault Detection Method for High-Voltage Lithium-Ion Battery Packs. [PDF]
Wójcik G, Przystałka P.
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This study explores microalgae cultivation for wastewater treatment and enhancement of poly lactic acid (PLA)‐based biocomposites. It achieves up to 99.9% nutrient removal, increases biomass productivity by 322%, and demonstrates a triphasic luxury phosphorus uptake system. Incorporation into PLA improves fire‐retardant properties, suggesting potential
Rohit Dey+9 more
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Real time SOC estimation for Li-ion batteries in Electric vehicles using UKBF with online parameter identification. [PDF]
Nachimuthu S+3 more
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