Sci Robot August 2024 PMID 39167670

Bistable soft jumper capable of fast response and high takeoff velocity.

Daofan Tang, Chengqian Zhang, Chengfeng Pan, Hao Hu, Haonan Sun, Huangzhe Dai, Jianzhong Fu, Carmel Majidi, Peng Zhao

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Mentions

21
Peak: 12 in Aug 2024
across 4 sources since Aug 2024

Extended reach

9,140,127
potential audience

Total likes

349

Video views

59,876

Mentions per month

Aug 2024 – Aug 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter11 posts
  • News5 articles
  • YouTube3 videos
  • Facebook2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions highlight excitement about the soft jumper’s rapid movement and adaptability, with phrases like 'ultrafast' and descriptions of jumping over multiple body heights, conveying enthusiasm about the technical achievements. The tone and word choices reflect admiration for the device's performance and potential, indicating a generally positive outlook on its impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, emphasizing the innovative aspects such as rapid response and navigational abilities, though some remain neutral or cautious.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high curiosity about the technology, as evidenced by phrases like 'impressive' and 'learn more,' indicating strong interest in the potential applications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to specific functions and potential uses, such as navigating complex environments, which demonstrate a moderate level of detailed engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest an expectation that this technology could influence robotics and possibly other fields, though the overall impact is viewed as promising but not revolutionary yet.

Abstract in brief

  • Soft jumpers made from compliant materials outperform rigid robots in terms of impact resistance and functionality, but previous models had limited speed and jumping distance.
  • This new magnetic-driven bistable soft jumper achieves impressive jumping performance, with takeoff speeds exceeding 2 meters per second and the ability to jump over 108 body heights in less than 15 milliseconds.
  • It can operate in multiple locomotion modes and adjust its movement based on magnetic field control, allowing it to navigate complex environments like pipelines effectively.

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Science Magazine
@ScienceMagazine · X

A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces and leap out of a water tank. Learn more: https://t.co/GwxRRsPOuD https://t.co/p6LJ5Q0z9B

Aug 28, 2024 · 55 likes · 6 shares · 4,514,350 followers View post →
Science Magazine
@ScienceMagazine · X

A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces and leap out of a water tank. Learn more: https://t.co/pg6BRI9h28 https://t.co/MiMhClSvai

Aug 26, 2024 · 32 likes · 5 shares · 4,514,350 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

A new study in Science #Robotics describes an ultrafast, magnetically driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces and leap out of a water tank. https://t.co/xNUoRbELYj https://t.co/UW8DGHJOpb

Aug 26, 2024 · 8 likes · 27,673 followers View post →
Die Mim 
@kulturbolschewi · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 29, 2024 · 6 shares · 17,155 followers View post →
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@lelelx · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 26, 2024 · 5 shares · 3,833 followers View post →
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@sr_wiz · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 29, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,613 followers View post →

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Die Mim 
@kulturbolschewi · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 29, 2024 · 6 shares · 17,155 followers View post →
ลัคกี้ โหมดฤดูงาน
@sr_wiz · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 29, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,613 followers View post →
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@nwigwe2020 · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 29, 2024 · 6 shares · 54 followers View post →
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RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 28, 2024 · 6 shares · 357 followers View post →
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@CaritzaC · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 28, 2024 · 6 shares · 354 followers View post →
Science Magazine
@ScienceMagazine · X

A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces and leap out of a water tank. Learn more: https://t.co/GwxRRsPOuD https://t.co/p6LJ5Q0z9B

Aug 28, 2024 · 55 likes · 6 shares · 4,514,350 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

A new study in Science #Robotics describes an ultrafast, magnetically driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces and leap out of a water tank. https://t.co/xNUoRbELYj https://t.co/UW8DGHJOpb

Aug 26, 2024 · 8 likes · 27,673 followers View post →
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@New894952815373 · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 26, 2024 · 5 shares · 47 followers View post →
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@AaronScrivener3 · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 26, 2024 · 5 shares · 354 followers View post →
LΞLΞL
@lelelx · X

RT @ScienceMagazine: A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces…

Aug 26, 2024 · 5 shares · 3,833 followers View post →
Science Magazine
@ScienceMagazine · X

A new @SciRobotics study describes an ultrafast, magnetically-driven soft jumper that can hop through confined spaces and leap out of a water tank. Learn more: https://t.co/pg6BRI9h28 https://t.co/MiMhClSvai

Aug 26, 2024 · 32 likes · 5 shares · 4,514,350 followers View post →