A review of research advances in the modulation of olfactory receptors for COPD inflammation and airway remodeling. [PDF]
Zhu Z+6 more
europepmc +1 more source
Flexible Sensor‐Based Human–Machine Interfaces with AI Integration for Medical Robotics
This review explores how flexible sensing technology and artificial intelligence (AI) significantly enhance human–machine interfaces in medical robotics. It highlights key sensing mechanisms, AI‐driven advancements, and applications in prosthetics, exoskeletons, and surgical robotics.
Yuxiao Wang+5 more
wiley +1 more source
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
wiley +1 more source
Three-dimensional heterogeneity of smooth muscle fiber density anterior to the rectum in males: quantitative analysis with implications for transanal total mesorectal excision. [PDF]
Muro S+5 more
europepmc +1 more source
Bioelectronic Sensors for Neuromuscular Perception in Human‐Machine Interfaces
This review summarizes recent advances in bioelectronic sensors for neuromuscular perception in human‐machine interfaces. By integrating biopotential, electrical impedance, and electrochemical sensing strategies with flexible electrode interfaces, these bioelectronic sensing systems enable intuitive, real‐time detection of muscle and nerve activity ...
Junwei Li+5 more
wiley +1 more source
The Art(ery) of Contraction: Using Precision-Cut Lung Slices to Model Pulmonary Hypertension in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. [PDF]
Ford ML, Ruwanpathirana A, Britt RD.
europepmc +1 more source
Liquid Metal Sensors for Soft Robots
This review thoroughly reviews liquid metal sensors in soft robots. Their unique material properties like high conductivity and good biocompatibility are analyzed. Working principles are classified, and applications in environmental perception, motion detection, and human—robot interaction are introduced.
Qi Zhang+7 more
wiley +1 more source
Lipid infiltration promotes trans-differentiation of vascular smooth muscle cells into macrophage-like cells in early lesions of human coronary atherosclerosis. [PDF]
Hao J+6 more
europepmc +1 more source
Biohybrid Actuators in Compact Arrangement with Embedded X Electrode
Selective control of multimuscle biohybrid actuators is crucial for achieving complex movements of biohybrid robots. In this study, embedded X electrodes are fabricated to selectively control multiple muscles, realizing the robotic finger's bidirectional movements.
Tingyu Li, Minghao Nie, Shoji Takeuchi
wiley +1 more source