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Actuator Discovery Outperforms Existing Technology

organic semiconductor nanotubes in artificial muscle
Depiction of the application of organic semiconductor nanotubes in artificial muscle. Artwork courtesy of Mohammad Reza Abidian.

Researchers use organic semiconductor nanotubes to create new electrochemical actuator.

University of Houston researchers are reporting a breakthrough in the field of materials science and engineering with the development of an electrochemical actuator that uses specialized organic semiconductor nanotubes (OSNTs).

Currently in the early stages of development, the actuator will become a key part of research contributing to the future of robotic, bioelectronic and biomedical science.

“Electrochemical devices that transform electrical energy to mechanical energy have potential use in numerous applications, ranging from soft robotics and micropumps to au...

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