Revolutionary self-sensing electric artificial muscles

Jul 11, 2023 (Nanowerk News) In a study published recently in Advanced Intelligent Systems (“An Electric Self-Sensing and Variable-Stiffness Artificial Muscle”), researchers from Queen Mary University of London have made significant advancements in the field of bionics with the development of a new type of electric variable-stiffness artificial muscle that possesses self-sensing capabilities. This innovative technology has the potential to revolutionize soft robotics and medical applications. Muscle contraction hardening is not only essential for enhancing strength but also…