A Standardized Framework for Elastomer Characterization in Soft Robotics
Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.A unified framework addresses inconsistent elastomer property reporting which limits reproducibility and standardization in soft robotics. Systematic testing of ten elastomers (thermosetting, thermoplastic, and a covalent adaptable network) provides quasielastic mechanical properties, viscoelastic parameters, thermal stability, and processing ...
Ellen Roels +2 more
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Scalable Microwires through Thermal Drawing of Co-Extruded Liquid Metal and Thermoplastic Elastomer. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Khakse P +3 more
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Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.This work presents a lightweight Miura‐origami soft knee exoskeleton powered by vacuum actuation and integrated with a multimodal physiological intent‐recognition system, providing real‐time assistance during sit‐to‐stand movement to reduce muscle effort and improve user comfort.
Yuchuan Jia +5 more
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The Effect of Thermoplastic Elastomer and Fly Ash on the Properties of Polypropylene Composites with Long Glass Fibers. [PDF]
Polymers (Basel)Teodorescu GM +9 more
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Development of Flexible and Conductive Immiscible Thermoplastic/Elastomer Monofilament for Smart Textiles Applications Using 3D Printing. [PDF]
Polymers (Basel), 2020 Eutionnat-Diffo PA +5 more
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Modeling and Characterization of a Self‐Sensing Soft Hydraulic Muscle
Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.This article presents the self‐sensing soft hydraulic muscle (SSHM), a novel soft actuator capable of simultaneously sensing force and length without external sensors. A comprehensive model accurately predicts SSHM behavior, validated experimentally with minimal errors. Using propylene glycol enhances durability and reduces hysteresis.
Nhu An Phan +8 more
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Soft Self-Regulating Heating Elements for Thermoplastic Elastomer-Based Electronic Skin Applications. [PDF]
3D Print Addit ManufGeorgopoulou A +4 more
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Soft Artificial Ciliary Brush with Integrated Haptic Feedback for Efficient Airway Mucus Cleaning
Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.A fundamental mucus cleaning mechanism is reported, which utilizes both artificial cilia mechanical sweeping and suction‐based mucus cleaning. A novel haptic feedback interface for the artificial cilia provides touch feedback on tissue contact, enhancing operator control and safety.
Zhongming Lyu +7 more
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Using Redox-Switchable Polymerization Catalysis to Synthesize a Chemically Recyclable Thermoplastic Elastomer. [PDF]
Angew Chem Int Ed EnglLiu J +7 more
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3D Hydrogel Cell Cultures and Their Biomedical Applications
Advanced NanoBiomed Research, EarlyView.The review highlights the advantages of hydrogel‐based 3D cell cultures over traditional 2D models. These hydrogels closely mimic natural cellular environments, improving research in tissue engineering, drug discovery, cancer studies, and neuroscience.
Tri Lan Thai +7 more
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