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Numerical modelling of the rigid polyurethane foam microstructure

MATEC Web of Conferences, 2018
The paper presents a numerical model of 2-D microstructure of rigid polyurethane foam. The selection of geometric and material parameters is presented.
Pozorski Zbigniew
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Multi‐Material Additive Manufacturing of Soft Robotic Systems: A Comprehensive Review

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This review explores the transformative role of multi‐material additive manufacturing (MMAM) in the development of soft robotic systems. It presents current techniques, materials, and design strategies that enable functionally graded and adaptive structures.
Ritik Raj, Quan‐Chen Song, Jia‐Yang Juang   +2 more
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Strong‐Magnetic Flexible Composites for Magnetically Responsive Soft Robots

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This perspective provides an overview of the performance mechanisms, preparation methods, and applications of strong magnetic flexible composite materials in soft actuators (such as gripping, movement, and sensing), and further explores current opportunities and challenges.
Wenwen Li, Shuai Liu, Xinyi Wang, Xinglong Gong, Shouhu Xuan   +4 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
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Nanomaterial‐Based Muscle Cell/Neural Tissue Biohybrid Robots: From Actuation to Biomedical Applications

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Muscle cell‐based biohybrid robot using nanomaterials for function enhancement and neural function for biomedical applications. Biohybrid robotics, an emerging field combining biological tissues with artificial systems, has made significant progress in developing various biohybrid constructs, including muscle‐cell‐driven biorobots and microbots.
Minkyu Shin, Sangeun Lee, Su Ryon Shin, Jin‐Ha Choi, Jeong‐Woo Choi   +4 more
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Magneto‐X Effects in Magnetic Soft Materials and Their Applications

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
This review systematically explores magnetic soft materials (MSMs), a novel class of composites that transform under magnetic fields. It catalogs fundamental “Magneto‐X” effects, classifies materials by their matrix and magnetic fillers, and highlights transformative applications in soft robotics, biomedical devices, flexible electronics, etc. Finally,
Ziyin Xiang, Xiangling Xia, Benjamin Ducharne, Yujie Ye, Jie Shang, Run‐Wei Li   +5 more
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Beyond Cartilage‐Inspired Supramolecular Polyurethane for Adaptive Impact‐Resistant Protection with Robustness, Self‐Healing, and Recyclability

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
Cartilage‐inspired supramolecular polyurethane–urea (PU‐BAMB) elastomers are developed by integrating hierarchical hydrogen bonding and π–π stacking interactions within a dynamically reconfigurable network. This synergistic supramolecular architecture overcomes the intrinsic trade‐off between rigidity and recoverability, imparting exceptional toughness,
Rou‐Han Lai, Chia‐An Chiu, Yi‐An Chen, Athis Watwiangkham, Yu‐Hung Cheng, Yan‐Heng Chen, Min‐Han Yu, Lung‐Yi Lu, Chun‐Hsien Chen, Yi‐Ting Chen, Wei‐Hsiang Liao, Shang‐Hsiu Hu, Hsin‐Lung Chen, Siriporn Jungsuttiwong, Ho‐Hsiu Chou   +14 more
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Soil stabilization utilizing an optimized combination of polyurethane foam and cement

International Journal of Geo-Engineering
Rigid and flexible polyurethane foam are recognized for their soil stabilization benefits, backed by substantial research. However, these forms encounter limitations due to expertise and costs. This prompts the investigation of semi-rigid foam, like foam
Lina Jaber, Rona Balhas, Mohamad El Ahmad, Ghida Alhakim   +3 more
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The Experimental Study of Flame Behavior of Flexible Polyurethane Foam (Sponge), as a Sound-Absorbing Element

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Polyurethane foam (PF) is a versatile polymer widely used in various applications. By changing the composition of polyol and isocyanate, these foams can be classified into rigid polyurethane foams (PUFRs) and flexible polyurethane foams (PUFFs).
Florin Manea, Gheorghe Ilia, Emilian Ghicioi, Daniel Gheorghe Pupazan, Maria Prodan, Aurelian Horia Nicola   +5 more
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Bioinspired Cold‐Laminated Ultrathin Hydrogels as a Broadly Adaptive Platform for Physiological Monitoring

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
A cold‐lamination strategy is introduced to fabricate ultrathin, nanomesh‐reinforced hydrogel bioelectronics with controlled thickness, tunable mechanics, and reversible adhesion. By mechanically interlocking a TPU nanomesh within a temperature‐responsive hydrogel, the platform enables robust epidermal and implantable cardiac interfaces, supporting ...
Hui Chen, Jian Zhou, Jianfei Xie, Lin Shi, Lu Wang, Yuanfan Yang, Yihao Guo, Jianhui Cao, Qingyun Fu, Yongqing Fu, Huigao Duan   +10 more
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