Tuesday, 3 April 2018

Ancient paper art, kirigami, poised to improve smart clothing

Scientists describe how kirigami has inspired its efforts to build malleable electronic circuits. Their innovation -- creating tiny sheets of strong yet bendable electronic materials made of select polymers and nanowires -- could lead to improvements in smart clothing, electronic skin and other applications that require pliable circuitry.

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A miniature swimming robot inspired by marine flatworms

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