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3D Printing of Soft Robotic Systems: Advances in Fabrication Strategies and Future Trends

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Collectively, this review systematically examines 3D‐printed soft robotics, encompassing material selections, function integration, and manufacturing methodologies. Meanwhile, fabrication strategies are analyzed in order of increasing complexity, highlighting persistent challenges with proposed solutions.
Changjiang Liu, Bin Cui, Xumin Huang, Xiaoyu (Rayne) Zheng, T. Thang Vo‐Doan, Ruirui Qiao   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Miniaturized 3D Magnetic Force Sensor via Laser‐Assisted Folding and Magnetization for Enhanced Robotic Dexterity

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
To achieve 3D force sensing in confined spaces such as fingertips, we developed a laser‐assisted folding and magnetization method to fabricate miniature films with precise centripetal magnetization. The resulting compact sensor delivers high force resolution, rapid response, and long‐term stability, significantly enhancing the manipulation capabilities
Yujie Huang, Huangzhe Dai, Chengqian Zhang, Daofan Tang, Xinxin Zhang, Haonan Sun, Annan Ding, Xuebin Ni, Yizhi Zhang, Chengfeng Pan, Peng Zhao   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Manifestation of surfactant–carrier interaction in ferrofluids in temperature-dependent magnetic rheology

AIP Advances
The present study investigates surfactant–carrier interactions in non-aqueous ferrofluids with magneto-rheology at different temperatures. To the authors’ knowledge, such a study has not yet been reported.
R. V. Upadhyay, Kinnari H. Parekh, Mudra Jadav, Yu-Shen Lin, K. Raj   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Bioconvection Darcy–Forchheimer Flow of Ree‐Eyring Nanofluid Over a Riga Plate With Arrhenius Activation Energy and Viscous Dissipation

Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This work examines the intricate interactions of heat radiation, viscous dissipation, the Cattaneo–Christov thermal model, gyrotactic microorganisms, Arrhenius activation energy, and Darcy–Forchheimer flow affecting Ree‐Eyring nanofluid behavior across a Riga plate.
M. Vinodkumar Reddy, V. Sivaramakrishna, Jintu Mani Nath, V. V. L. Deepthi, Bamdeb Dey   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

3D Printable Magnetic Soft Actuators–Ink Formulation, Rheological Characterization, and Hydrogel Actuator Prototypes

Macromolecular Materials and Engineering
Magnetic inks are presented for direct ink writing (DIW), a 3D printing technique, yielding magnetic hydrogel actuators. To obtain the shear‐thinning and thixotropic behavior needed for DIW, the rheology modifier laponite is used.
Lukas Barth, Michael Jung, Ralf Seemann, Karen Lienkamp   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Two‐Phase Nanofluid Flow in a Non‐Newtonian Model Past a Deformable Sheet With Magnetized Environmental Effects: Statistical Modeling and ANOVA Analysis

Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This paper presents a comprehensive numerical analysis of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) Casson nanofluid movement over a permeable, linearly stretching sheet, integrating the contributions of non‐uniform heat generation or absorption and chemical interaction.
Manoj Kumar Sahoo, MD. Shamshuddin, Subhajit Panda, Umair Khan   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Ionogel Actuators: A Review

SmartBot, EarlyView.
Ionogels dynamically and functionally couple ionic liquids with polymer networks, enabling multiscale programmable deformation and motion under electrical, magnetic, optical, thermal, humidity, and chemical stimuli. This article systematically elucidates the constituent components, structural design, and multiscale actuation mechanisms of ionogel ...
Dezhou Cao, Dongqing He, Yuanxiang Zhao, Dongdong Jin, Jiaheng Zhang, Wei Wang   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Activation energy analysis of mobile microorganisms using conductive nanofluid flows: Mitigating toxic algal blooms in biotechnology applications

Alexandria Engineering Journal
Motile microorganisms play a central role in ecosystems in both natural habitats and laboratory settings. Their contribution to nutrient cycling is crucial and their impact on human health can be significant.
Nidhal Ben Khedher, Aaqib Majeed, Nouman Ijaz, Sami Dhahbi, Ilyas Khan, Ariana Abdul Rahimzai   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

3D Printing Strategies for Bioengineering Human Cornea

Advanced Healthcare Materials, Volume 15, Issue 10, 13 March 2026.
This review highlights recent progress in 3D bioprinting strategies for engineering human corneas. Key aspects include the replication of corneal transparency, curvature, and biomechanical properties, alongside innovations in recent advancements in 3D printing methods, which benefit in overcoming current challenges.
Yunong Yuan, Khoon S. Lim, Gerard Sutton, Gordon G. Wallace, Jingjing You   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Biocompatible, 3D Printable Magnetic Soft Actuators – Ink Formulation, Rheological Characterization and Hydrogel Actuator Prototypes

Macromolecular Materials and Engineering
3D printable inks for the preparation of magnetic hydrogel actuators are difficult to formulate because magnetic nanoparticles tend to aggregate without stabilization through other ink components. At the same time, such inks need to be shear‐thinning and
Fatih Puza, Lukas Barth, Marc‐Christopher Thiel, Ralf Seemann, Karen Lienkamp   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source