Sci Robot April 2021 PMID 34043569

Dual high-stroke and high-work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling.

Geoffrey M Spinks, Nicolas D Martino, Sina Naficy, David J Shepherd, Javad Foroughi

Mentions

37
Peak: 9 in Apr 2021
across 4 sources since Apr 2021

Extended reach

18,909
potential audience

Total likes

108

Video views

3,104

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Apr 2021 – Mar 2025

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What people are saying

The group's discussions demonstrate strong interest and recognition of the study's innovative approach, with phrases like 'delighted to be part of this study' and references to 'latest research,' showing enthusiasm. The mention of 'dual high-stroke and high-work capacity' and comparisons to natural muscles emphasize the perceived significance and potential impact of this technology.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express excitement and positive acknowledgment of the research's significance, with mentions of how innovative the artificial muscles are.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high curiosity and enthusiasm, frequently referencing detailed aspects of the study and its implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts indicate a moderate level of engagement, with some sharing of details and reactions, but limited in-depth analysis.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight the potential transformative role of the research in robotics and biomedical applications, suggesting high future impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The research explores using DNA-inspired mechanisms to develop artificial muscles that can deliver both high stroke (movement range) and high work output, overcoming size limitations of traditional mechanical drives.
  • By analyzing DNA's natural supercoiling process, the scientists designed composite double-helix fibers that can reversibly twist and untwist through swelling, mimicking DNA's ability to condense and generate mechanical work.
  • These optimized fibers can achieve contraction strokes up to 90% and produce a gravimetric work output 36 times greater than natural skeletal muscles, making them a unique type of artificial muscle combining both high stroke and high work capacity.]

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Prof Geoffrey Spinks
@GeoffreySpinks · X

Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForoughi @SNaficy @uowresearch

Apr 28, 2021 · 27 likes · 5 shares · 750 followers View post →
Marwa ElDiwiny
@MarwaEldiwiny · X

@GeoffreySpinks For more details about the @SciRobotics paper: https://t.co/Ftw2GIsy7h

Nov 6, 2021 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 3,252 followers View post →
CAFE
@Usydfoodcentre · X

Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling reveals the latest research by CAFE’s theme leader Sina Naficy with colleagues from Australian Institute for Innovative Materials. https://t.co/kbEbOK8UKp

Jul 24, 2021 · 3 likes · 414 followers View post →
Ordo Fraterna Fibonacci
@OrdoFibonacci · X

Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/a8TTOmjDZM

Apr 28, 2021 · 2,567 followers View post →
ACES
@ARC_ACES · X

RT @MarwaEldiwiny: @GeoffreySpinks For more details about the @SciRobotics paper: https://t.co/Ftw2GIsy7h

Nov 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,103 followers View post →
ACES
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RT @GeoffreySpinks: Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForo…

Apr 28, 2021 · 5 shares · 2,103 followers View post →

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Nader Amirabadi
@Nadab1919 · X

RT @SNaficy: Delighted to be part of this study led by @GeoffreySpinks to develop dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscle…

Jan 24, 2023 · 3 shares · 75 followers View post →
MaReIn.Buzz™
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RT @MarwaEldiwiny: @GeoffreySpinks For more details about the @SciRobotics paper: https://t.co/Ftw2GIsy7h

Nov 8, 2021 · 2 shares · 173 followers View post →
ACES
@ARC_ACES · X

RT @MarwaEldiwiny: @GeoffreySpinks For more details about the @SciRobotics paper: https://t.co/Ftw2GIsy7h

Nov 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,103 followers View post →
Marwa ElDiwiny
@MarwaEldiwiny · X

@GeoffreySpinks For more details about the @SciRobotics paper: https://t.co/Ftw2GIsy7h

Nov 6, 2021 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 3,252 followers View post →
CAFE
@Usydfoodcentre · X

Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling reveals the latest research by CAFE’s theme leader Sina Naficy with colleagues from Australian Institute for Innovative Materials. https://t.co/kbEbOK8UKp

Jul 24, 2021 · 3 likes · 414 followers View post →
Robert William Jackson
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Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/zIsi06xFJv

Jun 18, 2021 · 1,985 followers View post →
Materials Australia
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RT @SNaficy: Delighted to be part of this study led by @GeoffreySpinks to develop dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscle…

Apr 30, 2021 · 3 shares · 1,258 followers View post →
Adrian Tootell
@AdrianTootell · X

RT @GeoffreySpinks: Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForo…

Apr 29, 2021 · 5 shares · 25 followers View post →
Dr Reza Kahlaee
@RezaKahlaee · X

RT @SNaficy: Delighted to be part of this study led by @GeoffreySpinks to develop dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscle…

Apr 28, 2021 · 3 shares · 438 followers View post →
ACES
@ARC_ACES · X

RT @GeoffreySpinks: Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForo…

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Dharshika Kongahage
@dharshikak · X

RT @GeoffreySpinks: Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForo…

Apr 28, 2021 · 5 shares · 156 followers View post →
Prof. Javad Foroughi
@JForoughi · X

RT @GeoffreySpinks: Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForo…

Apr 28, 2021 · 5 shares · 209 followers View post →
Ordo Fraterna Fibonacci
@OrdoFibonacci · X

Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/a8TTOmjDZM

Apr 28, 2021 · 2,567 followers View post →
Sina Naficy
@SNaficy · X

RT @GeoffreySpinks: Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForo…

Apr 28, 2021 · 5 shares · 208 followers View post →
Prof Geoffrey Spinks
@GeoffreySpinks · X

Dual high-stroke and high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling https://t.co/lc4EtTZLsP @JForoughi @SNaficy @uowresearch

Apr 28, 2021 · 27 likes · 5 shares · 750 followers View post →