Ductility Tuning via Cluster Network Characteristics of Porous Components
Network optimization via cluster characteristics induced by interaction of stress concentration is proposed, demonstrating increased cluster size and dispersion in non‐uniform porous components. The optimized structures exhibit, for the first time, that enhanced ductility and damage progression is controllable through zigzag cluster network designed by
Ryota Toyoba +4 more
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The Double-<i>K</i> Fracture Toughness of Concrete with Different Coarse Aggregate Volume Fractions. [PDF]
Li X +5 more
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Hydrogel‐Based Functional Materials: Classifications, Properties, and Applications
Conductive hydrogels have emerged as promising materials for smart wearable devices due to their outstanding flexibility, multifunctionality, and biocompatibility. This review systematically summarizes recent progress in their design strategies, focusing on monomer systems and conductive components, and highlights key multifunctional properties such as
Zeyu Zhang, Zao Cheng, Patrizio Raffa
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Development of Heat Engines Powered by Twisted and Coiled Polymer Fiber Actuators
Continuously rotating engines driven by thermally responsive actuating materials can turn waste heat into useful energy. For the first time heat engines operated by twisted and coiled polymer fiber actuators are demonstrated with engine design guided by two simple analytical models.
Geoffrey M. Spinks +2 more
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Study on elasto-plastic zoning radius and failure characteristics of layered rock with a single hole under impact loading. [PDF]
Liu Y, Miao Y, Huang Y.
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Advances in Safe, Flexible, and Stretchable Batteries for Wearable Applications
Unlike previous reviews centered on component‐based deformability, this work highlights safety‐driven design strategies for flexible and stretchable batteries. By integrating material‐level engineering, geometry‐controlled structures, biocompatibility, and self‐protection mechanisms, it establishes a unified framework that connects mechanical ...
Hyewon Kang +4 more
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Subsurface Fracture Mapping in Adhesive Interfaces Using Terahertz Spectroscopy. [PDF]
Singh M +4 more
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3D Printing of Stretchable, Compressible and Conductive Porous Polyurethane for Soft Robotics
A 3D‐printable porous dopamine‐polyurethane acrylate elastomer results in conductive, stretchable, and compressible structures that can be metallized in situ through catechol‐mediated silver reduction. The resulting material function as both compliant soft robot with a and strain sensors without complex assemblies, enabling fully 3D‐printed soft ...
Ouriel Bliah +3 more
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NeuberNet: a neural operator solving elastic-plastic partial differential equations at V-notches from low-fidelity elastic simulations. [PDF]
Grossi T, Beghini M, Benedetti M.
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Adhesive Double‐Network Granular Organogel E‐Skin
We introduce a double‐network granular organogel adhesive for electronic skin, overcoming adhesion and strength trade‐offs. It provides reversible, robust bonding and ionic conductivity, enabling wearable and soft robotic e‐skin. Thanks to the e‐skin adhesive, a soft robotic trunk can recognize touch, temperature, humidity, and acidity.
Antonia Georgopoulou +4 more
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