Diverse and adaptable modes of complex motion observed at different scales in living
creatures are challenging to reproduce in robotic systems. Achieving dexterous movement …

Flexible and stretchable microdevices incorporate highly deformable structures, facilitating
precise functionality at the micro-and millimetre scale. The flexible microdevices have …

Hydrogel‐based electronics have inherent similarities to biological tissues and hold
potential for wearable applications. However, low conductivity, poor stretchability …

In this article, a biophysically realistic model of a soft octopus arm with internal musculature
is presented. The modeling is motivated by experimental observations of sensorimotor …

Seamless integration of microstructures and circuits on three-dimensional (3D) complex
surfaces is of significance and is catalyzing the emergence of many innovative 3D curvy …

Flexible bending sensors are crucial components of flexible/wearable electronics. However,
their broad application is restricted by their difficulty in sensing different bending directions …

Octopuses integrate visual, chemical and tactile sensory information while foraging and
feeding in complex marine habitats. The respective roles of these modes are of interest …

Cardiovascular disease is becoming the leading cause of human mortality. In order to
address this, flexible continuum robots have emerged as a promising solution for …

Abstract Development of stretchable solar cells to accommodate large strain without
sacrificing the power conversion efficiency is challenging. This study presents a novel …

The combustion actuation method opens a unique pathway for high-performance soft robots,
allowing for high accelerations in multifunctional applications. Along with multifunctionality …