Magnetically controlled bio-inspired elastomeric actuators with high mechanical energy storage

Dezaki, Mohammadreza Lalegani; Bodaghi, Mahdi

doi:10.1039/d3sm00266g

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“…When stimulus‐responsive polymers are exposed to various environmental stimuli such as heat, light, electricity, humidity, or magnetism, they are programmed to take on a temporary shape and can also change back to their original shapes afterward. [ 44,45 ] By combining 4D printing and shape‐memory polymer composites, rapid scientific advancements have been made in the field of smart and multifunctional materials in recent years. In this regard, there is a wide range of technical applications in this field, such as wearable electronics, soft robotics, food, smart fabrics, and biomedical devices.…”

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Sustainable Robots 4D Printing

Soleimanzadeh,

Rolfe,

Bodaghi

et al. 2023

Advanced Sustainable Systems

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Nature frequently serves as an inspiration for modern robotics innovations that emphasize secure human–machine interaction. However, the advantages of increased automation and digital technology integration conflict with the global environmental objectives. Accordingly, biodegradable soft robots have been proposed for a range of intelligent applications. Biodegradability provides soft robotics with an extraordinary functional advantage for operations involving intelligent shape transformation in response to external stimuli such as heat, pH, and light. Soft robot fabrication using conventional manufacturing techniques is inflexible, time‐consuming, and labor‐intensive. Recent advances in 3D and 4D printing of soft materials and multi‐materials have become the key to enabling the direct manufacture of soft robotics with complex designs and functions. This review comprises a detailed survey of 3D and 4D printing advances in biodegradable soft sensors and actuators (BSSA), which serve as the most prominent parts of each robotic system. In addition, a concise overview of biodegradable materials for the fabrication of 3D‐printed flexible devices with medical along with industrial applications is provided. A complete summary of current additive manufacturing techniques for BSSA is discussed in depth. Moreover, the concept of biodegradable 4D‐printed soft actuators and sensors and biohybrid soft robots is reviewed.

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Sustainable Robots 4D Printing

Soleimanzadeh,

Rolfe,

Bodaghi

et al. 2023

Advanced Sustainable Systems

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Human–Material Interaction Enabled by Fused Filament Fabrication 4D Printing

Lalegani Dezaki,

Zolfagharian,

Demoly

et al. 2024

Adv Eng Mater

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This review delves into four‐dimensional printing (4DP) through fused filament fabrication (FFF) and its implications for human‐material interaction (HMI). FFF 4DP’s emergence in HMI represents a nascent and evolving concept worthy of deeper exploration. The article introduces FFF 4DP’s fundamental principles, methodologies, materials, and associated benefits and challenges. Its primary focus is the intersection between FFF 4DP and HMI, investigating the potential of employing FFF 4D printed objects as interactive interfaces. Various HMI scenarios are examined, including applications in soft actuators, smart toys, household devices, smart consumer products, 4D textiles, and customizable wood‐based items. Moreover, the article discusses the current state‐of‐art and development in the field, highlighting notable projects that integrate FFF 4DP into HMI to advance environmental sustainability. It also identifies key challenges/limitations requiring attention for the widespread adoption of 4DP in HMI applications. This work offers an in‐depth analysis of FFF 4DP within the HMI context, underscoring its potential to transform human interactions with machines and smart devices. It introduces innovative features for dynamic and adaptable interfaces, promising to revolutionize user experiences. The article serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and designers interested in exploring the exciting possibilities of FFF 4DP in the realm of HMI.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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A Review of Recent Manufacturing Technologies for Sustainable Soft Actuators

Dezaki

Bodaghi

2023

Int. J. of Precis. Eng. and Manuf.-Green Tech.

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Soft actuators have brought significant advancements to robotics, allowing robots to perform a diverse range of tasks across various domains. However, the increased use of soft actuators has resulted in negative environmental impacts, including material consumption, waste generation, and energy consumption. To address these challenges, research is increasingly focused on developing sustainable soft actuators (SSAs) that can provide high performance while minimizing environmental harm. This review article aims to explore the development and manufacturing of SSAs and their potential to reduce material waste and energy consumption promoting sustainability. The article examines various categories of soft actuators, such as multi-responsive ones, shape-locking variants, and biological water-responsive models, as well as their implementation through multi-material printing and, 3D and 4D printing techniques. The article also highlights the potential applications of these SSAs, including manufacturing, human–machine interaction, locomotion, and manipulation. Furthermore, the review explores various methods for reducing energy consumption and material waste in soft actuators, such as using recycled materials and eco-friendly manufacturing processes for a circular economy. Finally, the study provides a comprehensive analysis of SSAs and their potential to steer the evolution of robotics towards a more sustainable future and a circular economy.

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Magnetically controlled bio-inspired elastomeric actuators with high mechanical energy storage

Abstract: Many biological systems are made to operate more quickly, efficiently, and with more power by storing elastic energy. This work introduces a straightforward bioinspired design for the quick manufacture of...

Cited by 6 publications

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Sustainable Robots 4D Printing

Human–Material Interaction Enabled by Fused Filament Fabrication 4D Printing

A Review of Recent Manufacturing Technologies for Sustainable Soft Actuators

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