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Researchers have developed a continuous artificial muscle that allows soft robots to move with far greater dexterity than before. The design, reported by Tech Xplore, is described as unlocking more fluid and precise motion in soft robotics. Details of the team, the materials involved and the institutions behind the work were not provided, so the technical scope and stage of development remain unclear.

A team of students has developed an electric car capable of capturing particulate matter from the air as it drives, according to a report by Tech Xplore. The project combines zero-emission driving with active air filtration, offering a novel approach to tackling urban air pollution. Details about the team, the technology and its real-world performance have not yet been widely reported.

Researchers have unveiled a paper-thin robot driven by living muscle cells that can swim its way through an underwater maze. The biohybrid device, reported by Tech Xplore, demonstrates how engineered muscle tissue can be used to propel soft microrobots through complex aquatic environments, a step with potential applications in medicine and targeted delivery.