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Fish Scales: A Multifunctional Biomaterial from Nature

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, EarlyView.
Fish scales demonstrate nature's solution to impact protection through overlapping multilayered architecture. This biological design combines mineralized surfaces with collagen networks to achieve both flexibility and fracture resistance. The structural principles inspire advanced protective materials and biomedical implants, where damage tolerance ...
Liyao Dong, Xiaojie Sun, Xiguang Chen
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A Robotic Exoskeleton Assistive Device: Design and Kinematic Analysis of a Hand Exoskeleton for Assistance

MATEC Web of Conferences
Addressing the challenges faced by individuals with motor disabilities, which impedes ease in movement, coordination, or sensation, a low-weight hand exoskeleton was developed considering accessibility, low cost, adaptability, and mass manufacturing to overcome the impact of hand functioning disorders on people's physical and social well-being. In this
Dhal Arpeet, Majhi Durgeshwar, Rout Ashish Kumar, S. Soumya   +3 more
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Recent advances in multifunctional soft robots: A materials–structures–systems co‐design perspective for synergistic integration

FlexMat, EarlyView.
Abstract Soft robots, engineered from highly compliant materials, offer superior adaptability and safety in unstructured environments compared to their rigid counterparts. Recent advancements, fueled by bio‐inspiration and material programmability, have led to the rapid co‐evolution of their core modules: actuation, sensing, protection, energy, and ...
Qiulei Liu, Zicao Peng, Chong Sun, Haitao Yang   +3 more
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Exoskeleton master controller with force-reflecting telepresence [PDF]

A thorough understanding of the requirements for successful master-slave robotic systems is becoming increasingly desirable. Such systems can aid in the accomplishment of tasks that are hazardous or inaccessible to humans.
Bartholet, Stephen J., Burke, James B., Nelson, David K.   +2 more
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The Rise of Human–Computer Integration in Marketing: A Theory Synthesis

Psychology &Marketing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Human–computer integration (HCInt) technologies, which merge human bodily, cognitive, and sensory functions with computational processes, are reshaping the foundations of consumer experience. Unlike traditional human–computer interaction, HCInt entails adaptive and reciprocal coupling through AI‐driven augmentation, wearables, muscle–computer ...
Carlos Velasco, Kosuke Motoki, Olivia Petit, Aram Nikolai Andersen, Marzieh Alaei, Anders Gustafsson   +5 more
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A Finger Exoskeleton Robot for Finger Movement Rehabilitation

Inventions, 2017
In this study, a finger exoskeleton robot has been designed and presented. The prototype device was designed to be worn on the dorsal side of the hand to assist in the movement and rehabilitation of the fingers. The finger exoskeleton is 3D-printed to be
Tzu-Heng Hsu, Yen-Cheng Chiang, Wei-Tun Chan, Shih-Jui Chen   +3 more
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Exploring Oculus Rift: A Historical Analysis of the ‘Virtual Reality’ Paradigm [PDF]

, 2017
This paper will first provide background information about Virtual Reality in order to better analyze its development throughout history and into the future.
Gammage, Chastin
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Biodegradable Natural Polymer‐Based Drug Delivery Systems for Bone Tissue Engineering

Medicinal Research Reviews, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The increasing incidence of bone diseases and injuries, especially among aging populations, has underscored the shortcomings of traditional treatments such as bone grafts and metal implants, which often face complications including immune rejection, mechanical failure, and delayed healing.
Hyejin Jo, Shinwon Kang, Jae Eun Yang, Inseon Kim, Seunghun S. Lee   +4 more
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Design of an ankle exoskeleton with twisted string actuation for running assistance

Wearable Technologies
Exoskeletons that make running easier could increase users’ physical activity levels and provide related health benefits. In this paper, we present the design of a portable, powered ankle exoskeleton that assists running and uses lightweight and compact ...
Guan Rong Tan, Steven H. Collins
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Utility of Pelvic Floor Therapy and Behavioral Interventions in the Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction (NLUTD) Population

Neurourology and Urodynamics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aims Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) describes a wide range of symptoms depending on neurologic diagnosis and the resulting bladder and sphincter dysfunction. This narrative review is designed to address the question regarding which NLUTD population benefits most from pelvic floor therapy and behavioral interventions, and ...
Sara M. Lenherr
wiley   +1 more source