Sci Adv April 2022 PMID 35353556

Soft robotic origami crawler.

Qiji Ze, Shuai Wu, Jun Nishikawa, Jize Dai, Yue Sun, Sophie Leanza, Cole Zemelka, Larissa S Novelino, Glaucio H Paulino, Ruike Renee Zhao

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The overall discussions show strong support and interest, as seen in phrases like 'One step closer' and mentions of 'autonomous biomedical robots,' which highlight enthusiasm for the research's potential. The tone and specific references to biomedical applications and origami techniques contribute to a sense of high impact and meaningful engagement.

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Biomimetic soft robotic crawlers mimic earthworms and inchworms for versatile movement in different terrains.
A new small-scale origami crawler uses magnetic actuation for effective in-plane contraction and can navigate confined spaces with ease.
This innovative design also allows for drug storage and release, making it a promising tool for minimally invasive biomedical applications.

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Nishikawa, et al. Soft robotic origami crawler[J]. Science Advances, 2022, 8(13): eabm7834, doi:10.1126/sciadv.abm7834. Z.

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Magnetic Origami Worm-Inspired Robot for Medical Navigation and Drug Delivery

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