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August 2021 PMID 34389671

A physical model of mantis shrimp for exploring the dynamics of ultrafast systems.

Emma Steinhardt, Nak-Seung P Hyun, Je-Sung Koh, Gregory Freeburn, Michelle H Rosen, Fatma Zeynep Temel, S N Patek, Robert J Wood

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The discussions reflect positive reactions, with expressions like 'Congratulations' and 'our new paper,' demonstrating support and recognition of the research achievement. The tone and language indicate enthusiasm for exploring biological mechanisms and their applications in synthetic systems, emphasizing the potential for technological advances based on this work.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study explores how mantis shrimp and similar systems generate extremely fast, high-acceleration movements by using specialized linkage mechanisms that store and rapidly release elastic energy.
  • Researchers identified distinct dynamic phases and geometric latching in these linkages, which help control energy transfer and amplify mechanical power, allowing for rapid strikes in both biological and synthetic systems.
  • The findings are demonstrated through a small-scale mantis shrimp robot, showing velocities over 26 m/s in air and 5 m/s in water, illustrating how adjusting linkage design can optimize high-speed movements and provide insights into biological function.]
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The Patek Lab
@patek_lab · X

Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp for exploring the dynamics of ultrafast systems https://t.co/7UqqMdCUWD

Aug 16, 2021 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 602 followers View post →
Naoya | 南アでチーター研究
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キャビテーションをも引き起こす、シャコのパンチを再現する機構。 https://t.co/7FtulVSBc5 https://t.co/NTAVwhQam8

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Dr. Billie J. Swalla
@EvoDevoDiva · X

RT @patek_lab: Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp f…

Aug 30, 2021 · 4 shares · 4,489 followers View post →
Katsushi Kagaya
@katzkagaya · X

RT @patek_lab: Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp f…

Aug 26, 2021 · 4 shares · 3,718 followers View post →
Josh Gibson, Ph.D.
@DrStrangeAnt · X

RT @patek_lab: Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp f…

Aug 18, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,459 followers View post →

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drop something in the time capsule!
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Naoya | 南アでチーター研究
@DenDen047 · X

キャビテーションをも引き起こす、シャコのパンチを再現する機構。 https://t.co/7FtulVSBc5 https://t.co/NTAVwhQam8

May 28, 2023 · 2 likes · 925 followers View post →
Dr. Billie J. Swalla
@EvoDevoDiva · X

RT @patek_lab: Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp f…

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Katsushi Kagaya
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RT @patek_lab: Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp f…

Aug 26, 2021 · 4 shares · 3,718 followers View post →
Josh Gibson, Ph.D.
@DrStrangeAnt · X

RT @patek_lab: Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp f…

Aug 18, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,459 followers View post →
The Patek Lab
@patek_lab · X

Congratulations to our lab and the Impulsive MURI team for the release of our new paper: A physical model of mantis shrimp for exploring the dynamics of ultrafast systems https://t.co/7UqqMdCUWD

Aug 16, 2021 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 602 followers View post →
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https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2026833118 · Crossref. Mark Ilton,; M. Saad Bhamla,; Xiaotian Ma,; Suzanne M. Cox,; Leah L. Fitchett,; Yongjin Kim,; Je-sung Koh, ...

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10.1073/pnas.2026833118. Article Title. A physical model of mantis shrimp for exploring the dynamics of ultrafast systems. Article Publication ...

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... 10.1073/pnas.2026833118). Quelle: Harvard University, John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Vorheriger Eintrag ...

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A robot that can imitate the punch of a mantis shrimp that is ...
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of mantis shrimp for exploring the dynamics of ultrafast systems | PNAS http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2026833118 Robot mimics the powerful ...

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A physical model of mantis shrimp for exploring the dynamics of ultrafast systems | PNAS http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2026833118. Robot ...

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Robot mimics the powerful punch of the mantis shrimp | ScienceDaily
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Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 2021; 118 (33): e2026833118 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2026833118. Cite This Page: MLA; APA; Chicago.

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Robot mimics the powerful punch of the mantis shrimp
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2026833118. Journal information: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Provided by Harvard John A. Paulson School ...

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