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A New Insect-Inspired Material Harnesses Resonance for Soft Robots

Researchers have developed a new dielectric elastomer that intrinsically amplifies its own motion through resonance, enabling large-amplitude actuation without the rigid supporting structures traditionally required for soft robotic systems. The study, published in Smart Materials and Devices, introduces a materials-based strategy that could simplify the design of lightweight, energy-efficient soft actuators for robotics and biomimetic technologies.

Tech Briefs8/25/2026, 4:00:00 AMRobotics

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