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Light-triggered robot material mimics Venus flytrap grip
Original: Venus flytrap-inspired 'robot hand' material senses objects and grasps them under light
Researchers have developed a soft robotic material modeled on the Venus flytrap that can sense nearby objects and automatically grasp them when exposed to light. The material combines sensing and actuation in one component, pointing to simpler, faster soft robotics for handling delicate items without complex controls or external sensors.
Why now: It is a notable advance in soft robotics, combining sensing and actuation in a bioinspired design.
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- Venus flytrap-inspired 'robot hand' material senses objects and grasps them under light · Tech Xplore
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