Less is more: A soft, self-actuated pump to simplify mechatronic devices
Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - 09:41
in Physics & Chemistry
Modern mechatronic devices, from industrial machinery to robots, have seen a drastic increase in complexity and intricacy. With sophisticated functionalities being unlocked with each passing day, there has been an inevitable rise in the number of components that the devices need. And although these advancements are undeniably impressive, the sheer bulkiness and large number of components are a major hindrance to the "miniaturization" and cost-effectiveness of these devices.