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Mechanically origami‐coded 3D kirigami photovoltaics convert a single extension–release cycle into deterministic self‐folding, reconfiguring planar solar cells into programmable 3D modules. Distinct coding strategies enable either ultrahigh stretchability (500% system strain) or ultrahigh initial effective areal coverage (225%).
Seok Joon Hwang +15 more
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Shear Strength of Sand: Integrated Analysis of Initial Porosity and Stress Effects
This paper investigates the effects of initial porosity index and load range on the shear strength of a sand sample using direct shear tests performed with a standard direct shear apparatus under varying densities, from loose to compacted.
Krzysztof Żarkiewicz, Roman Bednarek
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Stacked nanoflake assembly (SNA) membranes can oscillate autonomously, offering opportunities for soft actuation and energy harvesting. This work uncovers the physical mechanism behind the sustained oscillation of SNA membranes in gradient humidity and identifies three governing dimensionless parameters, enabling rational design for optimizing SNA ...
Zijing Zhang +5 more
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ANGLE OF INTERNAL FRICTION OF THE GRANULAR MATERIAL AND A SIMPLE TRANSIENT PHENOMENON
In the first part of this paper, relationships between the angle of internal friction and the void in cases of axial symmetry and plane strain were derived by the theory of mechanics of granular material due to the present author.With available data of shearing test on sand, the validity of these formulae mentioned above was examined, the results of ...
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By designing a P/N‐ and π–π interacting biphenyl‐containing diol as hard segments but side groups, a strong, tough, fire‐extinguishing and self‐healing elastomer is developed, demonstrating a break strain of ∼2500%, a toughness of 379 MJ/m3 and a tensile strength of 46 MPa, as well as a healing efficiency of 95% (tensile strength) and 99% (break strain)
Yijiao Xue +11 more
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Comparative Study on Determining the Internal Friction Angle for Sand
Shear strength is the main mechanical property which governs the stability and resistance of soil massifs. Practically in most cases failure occurs by concentration of plastic deformations in the form of shear bands along which the movement of a part of the massive develops as a result of exceeding the shear strength.
Cioară, Ştefan +2 more
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Ultrathin lithium metal anodes (≤15 µm) offer a promising route to high‐energy‐density batteries due to their high capacity and low potential. This review presents design principles for ultrathin Li, evaluates fabrication strategies, and discusses challenges in liquid and solid‐state cells.
Cheng Wang +9 more
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Inspired by the octopus and the golden wheel spider, soft robots with liquid crystal elastomer arc fibers as appendages are fabricated to transcend surface constraints through an elevated center of mass and minimal contact footprints. By leveraging curvature‐encoded deformation‐recovery cycles, these robots exhibit contractile, torsional, and flexural ...
Jong Bin Kim +5 more
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A Survey of Interlayer Interaction Models for Graphene and Other 2D Materials
Van der Waals interactions arising from electronic polarization at atomically close interfaces generate corrugated interlayer energy landscapes that govern normal and tangential tractions. This review presents an overview of quantum, atomistic, analytical, and continuum modeling approaches, highlighting their roles across length scales in capturing ...
Gourav Yadav +2 more
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Recent Advances of Slip Sensors for Smart Robotics
This review summarizes recent progress in robotic slip sensors across mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, magnetic, and acoustic mechanisms, offering a comprehensive reference for the selection of slip sensors in robotic applications. In addition, current challenges and emerging trends are identified to advance the development of robust, adaptive,
Xingyu Zhang +8 more
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