ArticleScience advances2022
Shape-programmable, deformation-locking, and self-sensing artificial muscle based on liquid crystal elastomer and low-melting point alloy.
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Abstract
An artificial muscle capable of shape programmability, deformation-locking capacity without needing continuous external energy, and self-sensing capability is highly desirable yet challenging in applications of reconfigurable antenna, deployable space structures, etc. Inspired by coupled behavior of the muscles, bones, and nerve system of mammals, a multifunctional artificial muscle based on polydopamine-coated liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) and low-melting point alloy (LMPA) in the form of a concentric tube/rod is proposed. Thereinto, the outer LCE is used for reversible contraction and recovery (i.e., muscle function); the inner LMPA in the resolidification state is adopted for deformation locking, and that in the melt state is adopted for angle variation monitoring by detecting resistance change (i.e., bones and nerve functions, respectively). The proposed artificial muscle demonstrates multiple performances, including controllable bending angle, position, and direction; deformation locking for supporting heavy objects; and real-time monitoring of angle variation, which also provides a straightforward and effective approach for designing soft devices.
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