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Multidirectional Motion Strategy of Miniature Water Surface Robot Actuated by Single Exciter

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A novel multidirectional motion strategy on the water surface based on a single exciter is proposed, and a single‐exciter single‐plate module is developed for actuation. The driving forces generation mechanism of the module is revealed from the perspective of the asymmetric surface wave field.
Haoxuan He, Dehong Wang, Jing Li, Shijing Zhang, Yingxiang Liu   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The status and challenging perspectives of 3D-printed micro-batteries

Chemical Science
Recent advances and present status of 3D-printed micro-batteries with respect to the connection between printable materials and printing techniques, as well as the rational design considerations are summarized.
Jiaxin Ma, Shuanghao Zheng, Yinghua Fu, Xiao Wang, Jieqiong Qin, Zhong-Shuai Wu   +5 more
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Multimodal Locomotion in Insect‐Inspired Microrobots: A Review of Strategies for Aerial, Surface, Aquatic, and Interfacial Motion

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This review identifies key design considerations for insect‐inspired microrobots capable of multimodal locomotion. To draw inspiration, biological and robotic strategies for moving in air, on water surfaces, and underwater are examined, along with approaches for crossing the air–water interface.
Mija Jovchevska, Kaushik Jayaram, Nicole Xu   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Fully printable integrated multifunctional sensor arrays for intelligent lithium-ion batteries

Nature Communications
Monitoring battery health states and predicting potential hazards are crucial technologies for ensuring the safe operation of battery packs. Current battery risk control often lacks indicators and timeliness for the accidents due to complexity in ...
Nuo Sun, Qinlang Rong, Jie Wu, Liting Huang, Stefano Passerini, Hong Li, Hailong Wang, Jing Chen, YongAn Huang, Zhimeng Liu, Linyu Hu, Kang Xu, Yuanjing Lin, Xin He   +13 more
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Edible Pouch Motors

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Edible robotics is an emerging field that leverages edible materials to construct robotic systems. This study presents a method to create thin, lightweight, yet powerful edible soft actuators, namely edible pouch motors. The successful operation of these edible actuators and grippers renders their potential to advance future developments in edible ...
Keigo Takahashi, Kazuma Takai, Ryuma Niiyama, Jun Shintake   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Printed battery power management

, 2015
Printed electronics and low power radio has evolved significantly in recent years. This has made it possible to implement electronic worn on the body or clothing. Printed batteries internal resistance is much higher compared to regular batteries. Unless a battery power management circuit is used, the radio peak current makes that the terminal voltage ...
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Compliant Pneumatic Feet with Real‐Time Stiffness Adaptation for Humanoid Locomotion

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A compliant pneumatic foot with real‐time variable stiffness enables humanoid robots to adapt to changing terrains. Using onboard vision and pressure control, the foot modulates stiffness within each gait cycle, reducing impact forces and improving balance. The design, cast in soft silicone with embedded air chambers and Kevlar wrapping, offers durable,
Irene Frizza, Hiroshi Kaminaga, Philippe Fraisse, Gentiane Venture   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Integrated thermal-drive synergy for miniaturized system: an ultra-compact liquid-cooled micro centrifugal pump with printed permanent magnet synchronous motor

Case Studies in Thermal Engineering
Micro centrifugal pumps (MCPs) are critical components in compact electronics cooling systems, where space constraints and efficient heat dissipation are crucial.
Shun Ma, Zhenyong Li, Xiangfei Wang, Zhaohong Jiang, Zhizhu He, Zhen Li, Quan Zhou   +6 more
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A Soft Robotic Device for Targeted Massage Therapy of Residual Limbs

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Residual limb edema after amputation can hinder recovery and delay prosthetic fitting. This study presents a soft‐robotic wearable device that delivers sequential compression through pneumatic McKibben actuators. By replicating the principles of manual lymphatic drainage, the device generates controlled mechanotherapeutic pressure patterns, providing a
Maria Grazia Polizzotto, Alessio Capecchi, Maartje Van der Lingen, Emanuele Gruppioni, Arianna Menciassi, Linda Paternò   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Inkjet-printed flexible planar Zn-MnO2 battery on paper substrate

Scientific Reports
Energy storage devices (ESD) which are intended to power electronic devices, used in close contact of human skin, are desirable to be safe and non-toxic.
Sagnik Sarma Choudhury, Nitish Katiyar, Ranamay Saha, Shantanu Bhattacharya   +3 more
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