This paper presents the development of a bioinspired multifunctional flexible optical sensor(BioMFOS)as an ultrasensitive tool for force(intensity and location)and orientation sensing.The sensor structure is bioinspir...This paper presents the development of a bioinspired multifunctional flexible optical sensor(BioMFOS)as an ultrasensitive tool for force(intensity and location)and orientation sensing.The sensor structure is bioinspired in orb webs,which are multifunctional devices for prey capturing and vibration transmission.The multifunctional feature of the structure is achieved by using transparent resins that present both mechanical and optical properties for structural integrity and strain/deflection transmission as well as the optical signal transmission properties with core/cladding configuration of a waveguide.In this case,photocurable and polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)resins are used for the core and cladding,respectively.The optical transmission,tensile tests,and dynamic mechanical analysis are performed in the resins and show the possibility of light transmission at the visible wavelength range in conjunction with high flexibility and a dynamic range up to 150 Hz,suitable for wearable applications.The BioMFOS has small dimensions(around 2 cm)and lightweight(0.8 g),making it suitable for wearable application and clothing integration.Characterization tests are performed in the structure by means of applying forces at different locations of the structure.The results show an ultra-high sensitivity and resolution,where forces in theμN range can be detected and the location of the applied force can also be detected with a sub-millimeter spatial resolution.Then,the BioMFOS is tested on the orientation detection in 3D plane,where a correlation coefficient higher than 0.9 is obtained when compared with a gold-standard inertial measurement unit(IMU).Furthermore,the device also shows its capabilities on the movement analysis and classification in two protocols:finger position detection(with the BioMFOS positioned on the top of the hand)and trunk orientation assessment(with the sensor integrated on the clothing).In both cases,the sensor is able of classifying the movement,especially when analyzed in conjunction with preprocessing and clustering techniques.As another wearable application,the respiratory rate is successfully estimated with the BioMFOS integrated into the clothing.Thus,the proposed multifunctional device opens new avenues for novel bioinspired photonic devices and can be used in many applications of biomedical,biomechanics,and micro/nanotechnology.展开更多
Planar and curved microlens arrays(MLAs)are the key components of miniaturized microoptical systems.In order to meet the requirements for advanced and multipurpose applications in microoptical field,a simple manufactu...Planar and curved microlens arrays(MLAs)are the key components of miniaturized microoptical systems.In order to meet the requirements for advanced and multipurpose applications in microoptical field,a simple manufacturing method is urgently required for fabricating MLAs with unique properties,such as waterproofness and variable field-of-view(FOV)imaging.Such properties are beneficial for the production of advanced artificial compound eyes for the significant applications in complex microcavity environments with high humidity,for instance,miniature medical endoscopy.However,the simple and effective fabrication of advanced artificial compound eyes still presents significant challenges.In this paper,bioinspired by the natural superhydrophobic surface of lotus leaf,we propose a novel method for the fabrication of waterproof artificial compound eyes.Electrohydrodynamic jet printing was used to fabricate hierarchical MLAs and nanolens arrays(NLAs)on polydimethylsiloxane film.The flexible film of MLAs hybridized with NLAs exhibited excellent superhydrophobic property with a water contact angle of 158°.The MLAs film was deformed using a microfluidics chip to create artificial compound eyes with variable FOV,which ranged from 0°to 160°.展开更多
The purpose of this study is to achieve better understanding of associated mechanisms and to recommend and identify new strategies to develop new rock breaking technology for Tunnel Boring Machines(TBMs).Tunnel Boring...The purpose of this study is to achieve better understanding of associated mechanisms and to recommend and identify new strategies to develop new rock breaking technology for Tunnel Boring Machines(TBMs).Tunnel Boring Machine tunnelling mainly depends upon the rock breakage caused by cutters moving on a rock surface in a rolling and sliding motion while under the action of thrust force.The rock breaking behaviour is controlled by the mechanical interaction between the cutters and the rock.Due to the high hardness and high abrasiveness of rock,the cutters have to work under very high thrust force and suffer heavy-load-impact and abrasive wear,causing serious wear and low rock breaking efficiency.Rock-boring organisms exist in nature,which achieve drilling and/or tunnelling in rocks through a tribochemical interaction.This phenomenon is called bioerosion and the organisms are natural‘TBMs’to some degree.In this study,the interaction between TBM cutters and rock is presented,and current measures to improve cutter wear and rock breaking efficiency and their limitations are reported.Then,the connotation,mechanism and typical cases of bioerosion are presented.Finally,inspired by bioerosion,a new chemically assisted rock breaking technology is proposed for TBMs.展开更多
Human action recognition(HAR)is crucial for the development of efficient computer vision,where bioinspired neuromorphic perception visual systems have emerged as a vital solution to address transmission bottlenecks ac...Human action recognition(HAR)is crucial for the development of efficient computer vision,where bioinspired neuromorphic perception visual systems have emerged as a vital solution to address transmission bottlenecks across sensor-processor interfaces.However,the absence of interactions among versatile biomimicking functionalities within a single device,which was developed for specific vision tasks,restricts the computational capacity,practicality,and scalability of in-sensor vision computing.Here,we propose a bioinspired vision sensor composed of a Ga N/Al N-based ultrathin quantum-disks-in-nanowires(QD-NWs)array to mimic not only Parvo cells for high-contrast vision and Magno cells for dynamic vision in the human retina but also the synergistic activity between the two cells for in-sensor vision computing.By simply tuning the applied bias voltage on each QD-NW-array-based pixel,we achieve two biosimilar photoresponse characteristics with slow and fast reactions to light stimuli that enhance the in-sensor image quality and HAR efficiency,respectively.Strikingly,the interplay and synergistic interaction of the two photoresponse modes within a single device markedly increased the HAR recognition accuracy from 51.4%to 81.4%owing to the integrated artificial vision system.The demonstration of an intelligent vision sensor offers a promising device platform for the development of highly efficient HAR systems and future smart optoelectronics.展开更多
In recent years, robots used for targeted drug delivery in the stomach have received extensive attention. Inspired by tumbleweeds, we have designed a dual-responsive soft robot based on poly(N‑isopropylacrylamide) and...In recent years, robots used for targeted drug delivery in the stomach have received extensive attention. Inspired by tumbleweeds, we have designed a dual-responsive soft robot based on poly(N‑isopropylacrylamide) and MoS_(2). Under the action of an adjustable magnetic field, it can achieve steady motion at a frequency that allows it to move up to 35 mm/s, demonstrating high flexibility and controllability. It can also roll along a predetermined path, traverse mazes, climb over obstacles, among other functions. In addition, by harnessing the photothermal conversion effect of MoS_(2), the robot can be opened and closed using light, enabling controlled drug release. Targeted drug delivery is achieved in a gastric model using our designed soft robot, marking a significant clinical advancement expected to revolutionize future medical treatments and enhance the efficacy of drug therapy.展开更多
Moles exhibit highly effective capabilities due to their unique body structures and digging techniques,making them ideal models for biomimetic research.However,a major challenge for mole-inspired robots lies in overco...Moles exhibit highly effective capabilities due to their unique body structures and digging techniques,making them ideal models for biomimetic research.However,a major challenge for mole-inspired robots lies in overcoming resistance in granular media when burrowing with forelimbs.In the absence of effective forepaw design strategies,most robotic designs rely on increased power to enhance performance.To address this issue,this paper employs Resistive Force Theory to optimize mole-inspired forepaws,aiming to enhance burrowing efficiency.By analyzing the relationship between geometric parameters and burrowing forces,we propose several forepaw design variations.Through granular resistance assessments,an effective forepaw configuration is identified and further refined using parameters such as longitudinal and transverse curvature.Subsequently,the Particle Swarm Optimization algorithm is applied to determine the optimal forepaw design.In force-loading tests,the optimized forepaw demonstrated a 79.44%reduction in granular lift force and a 22.55%increase in propulsive force compared with the control group.In robotic burrowing experiments,the optimized forepaw achieved the longest burrow displacement(179.528 mm)and the lowest burrowing lift force(0.9355 mm/s),verifying its effectiveness in reducing the lift force and enhancing the propulsive force.展开更多
Liquid leakage of pipeline networks not only results in considerableresource wastage but also leads to environmental pollution and ecological imbalance.In response to this global issue, a bioinspired superhydrophobic ...Liquid leakage of pipeline networks not only results in considerableresource wastage but also leads to environmental pollution and ecological imbalance.In response to this global issue, a bioinspired superhydrophobic thermoplastic polyurethane/carbon nanotubes/graphene nanosheets flexible strain sensor (TCGS) hasbeen developed using a combination of micro-extrusion compression molding andsurface modification for real-time wireless detection of liquid leakage. The TCGSutilizes the synergistic effects of Archimedean spiral crack arrays and micropores,which are inspired by the remarkable sensory capabilities of scorpions. This designachieves a sensitivity of 218.13 at a strain of 2%, which is an increase of 4300%. Additionally, it demonstrates exceptional durability bywithstanding over 5000 usage cycles. The robust superhydrophobicity of the TCGS significantly enhances sensitivity and stability indetecting small-scale liquid leakage, enabling precise monitoring of liquid leakage across a wide range of sizes, velocities, and compositionswhile issuing prompt alerts. This provides critical early warnings for both industrial pipelines and potential liquid leakage scenariosin everyday life. The development and utilization of bioinspired ultrasensitive flexible strain sensors offer an innovative and effectivesolution for the early wireless detection of liquid leakage.展开更多
Bioinspired superhydrophobic surfaces have been used for drag reduction.However,the secondary structures and the air cushions on these surfaces could be destructed in a flow,losing the effect of drag reduction.Here,a ...Bioinspired superhydrophobic surfaces have been used for drag reduction.However,the secondary structures and the air cushions on these surfaces could be destructed in a flow,losing the effect of drag reduction.Here,a stainless-steel surface with mushroom-like cross-section(SMC)and diamond cavities(SMCD)having a drag reduction rate up to 19.37%is developed by 3D printing.The concealed re-entrant structures in SMCD prevent the infiltration of water into the chamber and form gas cushions,which converts the sliding friction at liquid-solid interface into rolling friction at liquid-gas interface,realizing the drag reduction.Meanwhile,98.3%of air can be maintained in the chamber in a flow with Reynolds number(Re)of 9×10^(5),ensuring the drag reduction in a high-velocity flow.Moreover,the continuous top stainless-steel surface and the supporting mesh network protect the critical re-entrant structures,ensuring the robustness of SMC.With the bioinspired design and one-step additive manufacturing process,SMC holds great potential for large-area production and applications requiring robust drag reduction.展开更多
Gecko-inspired van der Waals force-based adhesion technology demonstrates significant potential for robotic operations.While superior adhesion is achieved under parallel contact during testing,engineering operations o...Gecko-inspired van der Waals force-based adhesion technology demonstrates significant potential for robotic operations.While superior adhesion is achieved under parallel contact during testing,engineering operations often involve non-parallel contact,weakening adhesion,and compromising task stability and efficiency.Stable attachment under such non-parallel contacts remains challenging.Inspired by the soft muscle and rigid bone in the gecko’s sole,this study proposes a self-adaptive core-shell dry adhesive by embedding a thin,rigid piece into a soft,thick elastomer comprising a top adhesion tip with a mushroom-like geometry for interfacial adhesion based on the van der Waals force and a bottom core-shell configuration for interface stress regulation.Unlike traditional core-shell structures with a fixed“dead core,”the proposed“live core”rotates within the soft shell,mimicking skeletal joints.This enables stress equalization at the interface and facilitates adaptive contact to macroscopic interfacial angle errors.This innovative core-shell configuration demonstrates an adhesion strength 100 times higher than conventional homogeneous structures under non-parallel contact and offers anti-overturning ability by mitigating torsional effects.The proposed strategy can advance the development of gecko-inspired adhesion-based devices and systems.展开更多
The field of photocatalysis has witnessed a significant advancement in the development of bioinspired and biomimetic photocatalysts for various biomedical applications,including drug delivery,tissue engineering,cancer...The field of photocatalysis has witnessed a significant advancement in the development of bioinspired and biomimetic photocatalysts for various biomedical applications,including drug delivery,tissue engineering,cancer therapy,and bioimaging.Nature has evolved efficient light-harvesting systems and energy conversion mechanisms,which serve as a benchmark for researchers.However,reproducing such complexity and harnessing it for biomedical applications is a daunting task.It requires a comprehensive understanding of the underlying biological processes and the ability to replicate them synthetically.By utilizing light energy,these photocatalysts can trigger specific chemical reactions,leading to targeted drug release,enhanced tissue regeneration,and precise imaging of biological structures.In this context,addressing the stability,long-term performance,scalability,and costeffectiveness of these materials is crucial for their widespread implementation in biomedical applications.While challenges such as complexity and stability persist,their advantages such as targeted drug delivery and personalized medicine make them a fascinating area of research.The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive analysis and evaluation of existing research,highlighting the advancements,current challenges,advantages,limitations,and future prospects of bioinspired and biomimetic photocatalysts in biomedicine.展开更多
Micro aerial vehicles(MAVs)have flexibility and maneuverability,which can offer vast potential for applications in both civilian and military domains.Compared to Fixed-wing/Rotor-wing MAVs,Flapping Wing Micro Robots(F...Micro aerial vehicles(MAVs)have flexibility and maneuverability,which can offer vast potential for applications in both civilian and military domains.Compared to Fixed-wing/Rotor-wing MAVs,Flapping Wing Micro Robots(FWMRs)have garnered widespread attention among scientists due to their superior miniaturized aerodynamic theory,reduced noise,and enhanced resistance to disturbances in complex and diverse environments.Flying insects,it not only has remarkable flapping flight ability(wings),but also takeoff and landing habitat ability(legs).If the various functions of flying insects can be imitated,efficient biomimetic FWMRs can be produced.This paper provides a review of the flight kinematics,aerodynamics,and wing structural parameters of insects.Then,the traditional wings and folding wings of insect-inspired FWMRs were compared.The research progress in takeoff and landing of FWMRs was also summarized,and the future developments and challenges for insect-inspired FWMRs were discussed.展开更多
Rapid and robust identification of bacteria is crucial for environmental monitoring and clinical diagnosis.Herein,a bioinspired interface-mediated multichannel sensor array was developed based on three-coloremitting a...Rapid and robust identification of bacteria is crucial for environmental monitoring and clinical diagnosis.Herein,a bioinspired interface-mediated multichannel sensor array was developed based on three-coloremitting antimicrobial functional carbon dots(FCDs)and concanavalin A doped polydopamine nanoparticles(Con A-PDA)for identification of bacteria.In this sensor,the fluorescence intensity of the three FCDs was quenched by the Con A-PDA.Upon addition different types of bacteria,the fluorescence intensity of the three FCDs was restored or further quenched.Recur to statistical analysis methods,it is employed to accurately discriminate 10 types of bacteria(including three probiotics and seven pathogenic bacteria)in natural water samples and human urine samples.The discrimination ability of the sensor array was highly enhanced via different competing binding of the FCDs and the bacteria toward Con A-PDA.The proposed array-based method offers a rapid,high-throughput,and reliable sensing platform for pathogen diagnosis in the field of environmental monitoring and clinical diagnosis.展开更多
In this study,we present a small,integrated jumping-crawling robot capable of intermittent jumping and self-resetting.Compared to robots with a single mode of locomotion,this multi-modal robot exhibits enhanced obstac...In this study,we present a small,integrated jumping-crawling robot capable of intermittent jumping and self-resetting.Compared to robots with a single mode of locomotion,this multi-modal robot exhibits enhanced obstacle-surmounting capabilities.To achieve this,the robot employs a novel combination of a jumping module and a crawling module.The jumping module features improved energy storage capacity and an active clutch.Within the constraints of structural robustness,the jumping module maximizes the explosive power of the linear spring by utilizing the mechanical advantage of a closed-loop mechanism and controls the energy flow of the jumping module through an active clutch mechanism.Furthermore,inspired by the limb movements of tortoises during crawling and self-righting,a single-degree-of-freedom spatial four-bar crawling mechanism was designed to enable crawling,steering,and resetting functions.To demonstrate its practicality,the integrated jumping-crawling robot was tested in a laboratory environment for functions such as jumping,crawling,self-resetting,and steering.Experimental results confirmed the feasibility of the proposed integrated jumping-crawling robot.展开更多
Treatment of intracranial gliomas has increasingly favored minimally invasive surgery,with a growing focus on leveraging microrobots for efficient drug delivery while overcoming the impact of body fluids.Inspired by h...Treatment of intracranial gliomas has increasingly favored minimally invasive surgery,with a growing focus on leveraging microrobots for efficient drug delivery while overcoming the impact of body fluids.Inspired by honeybee stingers,this study proposed a novel microspike robot.This robot firmly adhered to the tissue surface,enabling direct drug delivery from a hydrogel on its back into the targeted tissue via microspikes.The drug delivery rate was influenced by temperature and could be controlled by an alternating magnetic field.Microrobots could be delivered rapidly through a clinical Ommaya reservoir into the postoperative cavity or ventricle of the skull.The microrobot could be actuated for adhesion and retrieval,with its motion posture and trajectory highly precisely controlled by external magnetic fields.Biological experiments confirmed the excellent biocompatibility and biosafety of the microspike robot and demonstrated its effectiveness in treating gliomas by loading unconventional therapeutic drugs.The proposed microspike robot has significant potential for long-term drug delivery to target gliomas and other future clinical applications.展开更多
This paper presents a continuum manipulator inspired by the anatomical characteristics of the elephant trunk.Specifically,the manipulator mimics the conoid profile of the elephant trunk,which helps to enhance its stre...This paper presents a continuum manipulator inspired by the anatomical characteristics of the elephant trunk.Specifically,the manipulator mimics the conoid profile of the elephant trunk,which helps to enhance its strength.The design features two concentric parts:inner pneumatically actuated bellows and an outer tendon-driven helical spring.The tendons control the omnidirectional bending of the manipulator,while the fusion of the pneumatic bellows with the tendon-driven spring results in an antagonistic actuation mechanism that provides the manipulator with variable stiffness and extensibility.This paper presents a new design for extensible manipulator and analyzes its stiffness and motion characteristics.Experimental results are consistent with theoretical analysis,thereby demonstrating the validity of the theoretical approach and the versatile practical mechanical properties of the continuum manipulator.The impressive extensibility and variable stiffness of the manipulator were further demonstrated by performing a pin-hole assembly task.展开更多
After millions of years of natural evolution,horsetails have evolved unique stem structures that enable survival in harsh environments.Inspired by the cross-sectional characteristics of horsetail stems,a series of bio...After millions of years of natural evolution,horsetails have evolved unique stem structures that enable survival in harsh environments.Inspired by the cross-sectional characteristics of horsetail stems,a series of bioinspired sandwich structures were designed and fabricated using the laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)process.By combining experimental and finite element simulation methods,the formability,mechanical properties,deformation behavior,and thermal conduction performance of these structures were determined.Results show that the surface morphology of the bioinspired sandwich structures was smooth,with no cracks observed.The bioinspired sandwich structure with an inner tube diameter of 1.9 mm(D_(1.9))exhibited optimal comprehensive mechanical properties,with a specific strength of 64.2 MPa/(g/cm^(3)),and specific energy absorption of 3.3 J/g.Stress distribution results revealed that the D_(1.9)structures had the most uniform stress distribution.Furthermore,increasing the internal conduction paths improved heat transfer;therefore,the thermal conductivities of the D_(1.4),D_(1.9),and D_(2.4)structures were higher than that of the D0 structure.This study demonstrates that a bioinspired design approach,combined with additive manufacturing technology,enables the development of high-performance structures with both load-bearing and thermally insulating capabilities.展开更多
This work proposes a bioinspired hierarchical actuation strategy based on liquid crystal elastomers(LCEs),inspired by the helical topological dynamic adaptation mechanism of plant tendrils,to overcome the bottleneck o...This work proposes a bioinspired hierarchical actuation strategy based on liquid crystal elastomers(LCEs),inspired by the helical topological dynamic adaptation mechanism of plant tendrils,to overcome the bottleneck of precise anisotropic control in LCEs.Mechanically pre-programmed hierarchical LCE structures responsive to near-infrared(NIR)light were fabricated:the oriented constrained actuator achieves asymmetric contraction under NIR irradiation,enabling reversible switching between helix and planar morphologies with multi-terrain grasping capability;the biomimetic vine-like helical actuator,composed of Ag nanowire photothermal layers combined with helical LCE,utilizes temperaturegradient-induced phase transition wave propagation to achieve NIR-controlled climbing motion;the M?bius topology actuator realizes reversible deformation or self-locking states by tuning the twist angle(180°/360°);based on these,a bioinspired koala-like concentric soft robot was constructed,successfully demonstrating tree trunk climbing.This study reveals that artificial helical stretching significantly enhances the molecular chain orientation of LCEs(surpassing uniaxial stretching),reaching up to 1000%pre-strain,and the Ag NWs/LCE/PI(Polyimide)tri-layer structure achieves efficient photothermal-mechanical energy conversion via localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR).This study provides a new paradigm for soft robotics material design and topological programming,demonstrating the potential for remote operation and adaptive grasping.展开更多
Fabricating damage tolerant porous ceramics with efficient energy absorption and impact-resistant capability has been a challenge because of the brittle nature of ceramic materials.In nature,mineralized tissues or org...Fabricating damage tolerant porous ceramics with efficient energy absorption and impact-resistant capability has been a challenge because of the brittle nature of ceramic materials.In nature,mineralized tissues or organisms such as cuttlebones and diatoms have evolved with hierarchical porous structures to overcome this difficulty.A bioinspired design of ceramic lattice structure with pores at multiple length scales,ranging from few nanometers to hundreds of micrometers,is proposed in the present work.These ceramic lattices with hierarchical porous structures were successfully fabricated via 3D cryogenic printing.Under quasi-static compressions,the printed ceramic lattices showed unprecedented long plateau strain(∼60%)and a specific energy absorption of∼10 kJ·kg^(−1) with a porosity of∼90%.The resulting energy absorption capability was comparable with most composites and metals,thus overcoming the brittle nature of traditional porous ceramics.This was attributed to the delayed destruction of the lattice structure,as well as the gradual collapse of pores at multiple length scales.Similar trends have also been observed under split Hopkinson pressure bar(SHPB)tests,indicating excellent energy absorption under high strain-rate impacts.The proposed 3D printing technique that produces hierarchical pores was also demonstrated to apply to other functional materials,such as silicon carbide,barium titanate,hydroxyapatite,and even titanium alloy,thus opening up new possibilities for fabricating bioinspired hierarchical porous structures.展开更多
With the major developments that occurred during the past 40 years in the geotechnical engineering field,the usage of reinforcements in soils has been very common to improve the ultimate bearing capacity and reduce th...With the major developments that occurred during the past 40 years in the geotechnical engineering field,the usage of reinforcements in soils has been very common to improve the ultimate bearing capacity and reduce the footing settlements.These reinforcements consist of geogrids,geotextiles,geocells,etc.,all of which are in the geosynthetic family.Among these geosynthetic families,geocell performs better in soil-reinforced beds.In this study,we proposed the nine types of bioinspired geocells to improve the soil beds.For this purpose,a total of twenty numerical models were calculated via FLAC3D after validating the la-boratory model tests in the literature.The numerical results demonstrated that,except for the circular type,the performance of other geocell forms regarding increased bearing capacity was nearly identical.Regarding diffusion angles,only the circular and honeycomb geocells exhibited larger diffusion angles.The opening pocket diameter more significantly influenced the stress and strain of geocells.Geocells with nearly circular shapes,such as circular,honeycomb,hexagonal,and square,typically demonstrated higher confining stresses within the geocell walls.Conversely,for shapes that deviate from the circular form,such as dia-mond,re-entrant,and double V-shaped designs,the irregularity of the pocket shape could cause an uneven distribution of confining stresses,potentially leading to higher normal deformations at some specific areas and stress concentration at the wall joints.展开更多
基金FAPES(320/2020 and 84336650)CNPq(304049/2019-0 and 427054/2018-4)+2 种基金Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia(FCT)through the DigiAqua project-PTDC/EEIEEE/0415/2021.C.FCT through the CEECIND/00034/2018(iFish project)developed within the scope of the project i3N,UIDB/50025/2020&UIDP/50025/2020financed by national funds through the FCT/MEC.
文摘This paper presents the development of a bioinspired multifunctional flexible optical sensor(BioMFOS)as an ultrasensitive tool for force(intensity and location)and orientation sensing.The sensor structure is bioinspired in orb webs,which are multifunctional devices for prey capturing and vibration transmission.The multifunctional feature of the structure is achieved by using transparent resins that present both mechanical and optical properties for structural integrity and strain/deflection transmission as well as the optical signal transmission properties with core/cladding configuration of a waveguide.In this case,photocurable and polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)resins are used for the core and cladding,respectively.The optical transmission,tensile tests,and dynamic mechanical analysis are performed in the resins and show the possibility of light transmission at the visible wavelength range in conjunction with high flexibility and a dynamic range up to 150 Hz,suitable for wearable applications.The BioMFOS has small dimensions(around 2 cm)and lightweight(0.8 g),making it suitable for wearable application and clothing integration.Characterization tests are performed in the structure by means of applying forces at different locations of the structure.The results show an ultra-high sensitivity and resolution,where forces in theμN range can be detected and the location of the applied force can also be detected with a sub-millimeter spatial resolution.Then,the BioMFOS is tested on the orientation detection in 3D plane,where a correlation coefficient higher than 0.9 is obtained when compared with a gold-standard inertial measurement unit(IMU).Furthermore,the device also shows its capabilities on the movement analysis and classification in two protocols:finger position detection(with the BioMFOS positioned on the top of the hand)and trunk orientation assessment(with the sensor integrated on the clothing).In both cases,the sensor is able of classifying the movement,especially when analyzed in conjunction with preprocessing and clustering techniques.As another wearable application,the respiratory rate is successfully estimated with the BioMFOS integrated into the clothing.Thus,the proposed multifunctional device opens new avenues for novel bioinspired photonic devices and can be used in many applications of biomedical,biomechanics,and micro/nanotechnology.
基金The authors wish to acknowledge the funding provided by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.61727811,61703395,91748212,U1613220,and 61821005)the Scientific Instrument Developing Project of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.YJKYYQ20180027)+2 种基金the External Cooperation Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.173321KYSB20170015)Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.Y201943)LiaoNing Revitalization Talents Program(Grant No.XLYC1807006).
文摘Planar and curved microlens arrays(MLAs)are the key components of miniaturized microoptical systems.In order to meet the requirements for advanced and multipurpose applications in microoptical field,a simple manufacturing method is urgently required for fabricating MLAs with unique properties,such as waterproofness and variable field-of-view(FOV)imaging.Such properties are beneficial for the production of advanced artificial compound eyes for the significant applications in complex microcavity environments with high humidity,for instance,miniature medical endoscopy.However,the simple and effective fabrication of advanced artificial compound eyes still presents significant challenges.In this paper,bioinspired by the natural superhydrophobic surface of lotus leaf,we propose a novel method for the fabrication of waterproof artificial compound eyes.Electrohydrodynamic jet printing was used to fabricate hierarchical MLAs and nanolens arrays(NLAs)on polydimethylsiloxane film.The flexible film of MLAs hybridized with NLAs exhibited excellent superhydrophobic property with a water contact angle of 158°.The MLAs film was deformed using a microfluidics chip to create artificial compound eyes with variable FOV,which ranged from 0°to 160°.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:52075459China Railway Engineering Service Co.,Ltd,Grant/Award Number:LR01HX1102Y19044。
文摘The purpose of this study is to achieve better understanding of associated mechanisms and to recommend and identify new strategies to develop new rock breaking technology for Tunnel Boring Machines(TBMs).Tunnel Boring Machine tunnelling mainly depends upon the rock breakage caused by cutters moving on a rock surface in a rolling and sliding motion while under the action of thrust force.The rock breaking behaviour is controlled by the mechanical interaction between the cutters and the rock.Due to the high hardness and high abrasiveness of rock,the cutters have to work under very high thrust force and suffer heavy-load-impact and abrasive wear,causing serious wear and low rock breaking efficiency.Rock-boring organisms exist in nature,which achieve drilling and/or tunnelling in rocks through a tribochemical interaction.This phenomenon is called bioerosion and the organisms are natural‘TBMs’to some degree.In this study,the interaction between TBM cutters and rock is presented,and current measures to improve cutter wear and rock breaking efficiency and their limitations are reported.Then,the connotation,mechanism and typical cases of bioerosion are presented.Finally,inspired by bioerosion,a new chemically assisted rock breaking technology is proposed for TBMs.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.62322410,52272168,624B2135,61804047)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.WK2030000103)。
文摘Human action recognition(HAR)is crucial for the development of efficient computer vision,where bioinspired neuromorphic perception visual systems have emerged as a vital solution to address transmission bottlenecks across sensor-processor interfaces.However,the absence of interactions among versatile biomimicking functionalities within a single device,which was developed for specific vision tasks,restricts the computational capacity,practicality,and scalability of in-sensor vision computing.Here,we propose a bioinspired vision sensor composed of a Ga N/Al N-based ultrathin quantum-disks-in-nanowires(QD-NWs)array to mimic not only Parvo cells for high-contrast vision and Magno cells for dynamic vision in the human retina but also the synergistic activity between the two cells for in-sensor vision computing.By simply tuning the applied bias voltage on each QD-NW-array-based pixel,we achieve two biosimilar photoresponse characteristics with slow and fast reactions to light stimuli that enhance the in-sensor image quality and HAR efficiency,respectively.Strikingly,the interplay and synergistic interaction of the two photoresponse modes within a single device markedly increased the HAR recognition accuracy from 51.4%to 81.4%owing to the integrated artificial vision system.The demonstration of an intelligent vision sensor offers a promising device platform for the development of highly efficient HAR systems and future smart optoelectronics.
基金the financial support through National Natural Science Foundation of China(Project No.62273289)The Youth Innovation Science and Technology Support Program of Shandong Province(Project No.2022KJ274)+1 种基金Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(ZR2024MF007)Graduate Innovation Foundation of Yantai University,GIFYTU.
文摘In recent years, robots used for targeted drug delivery in the stomach have received extensive attention. Inspired by tumbleweeds, we have designed a dual-responsive soft robot based on poly(N‑isopropylacrylamide) and MoS_(2). Under the action of an adjustable magnetic field, it can achieve steady motion at a frequency that allows it to move up to 35 mm/s, demonstrating high flexibility and controllability. It can also roll along a predetermined path, traverse mazes, climb over obstacles, among other functions. In addition, by harnessing the photothermal conversion effect of MoS_(2), the robot can be opened and closed using light, enabling controlled drug release. Targeted drug delivery is achieved in a gastric model using our designed soft robot, marking a significant clinical advancement expected to revolutionize future medical treatments and enhance the efficacy of drug therapy.
基金financially supported in-part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52275011)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(2023B1515020080)+3 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Guangzhou(2024A04J2552)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by the China Association for Science and Technology(CAST)(2021QNRC001)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Grant No.2023A1515011253)the Higher Education Institution Featured Innovation Project of Department of Education of Guangdong Province(GrantNo.2023KTSCX138).
文摘Moles exhibit highly effective capabilities due to their unique body structures and digging techniques,making them ideal models for biomimetic research.However,a major challenge for mole-inspired robots lies in overcoming resistance in granular media when burrowing with forelimbs.In the absence of effective forepaw design strategies,most robotic designs rely on increased power to enhance performance.To address this issue,this paper employs Resistive Force Theory to optimize mole-inspired forepaws,aiming to enhance burrowing efficiency.By analyzing the relationship between geometric parameters and burrowing forces,we propose several forepaw design variations.Through granular resistance assessments,an effective forepaw configuration is identified and further refined using parameters such as longitudinal and transverse curvature.Subsequently,the Particle Swarm Optimization algorithm is applied to determine the optimal forepaw design.In force-loading tests,the optimized forepaw demonstrated a 79.44%reduction in granular lift force and a 22.55%increase in propulsive force compared with the control group.In robotic burrowing experiments,the optimized forepaw achieved the longest burrow displacement(179.528 mm)and the lowest burrowing lift force(0.9355 mm/s),verifying its effectiveness in reducing the lift force and enhancing the propulsive force.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52203037,52103031,and 52073107)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province of China(Grant No.2022CFB649)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFC3901902).
文摘Liquid leakage of pipeline networks not only results in considerableresource wastage but also leads to environmental pollution and ecological imbalance.In response to this global issue, a bioinspired superhydrophobic thermoplastic polyurethane/carbon nanotubes/graphene nanosheets flexible strain sensor (TCGS) hasbeen developed using a combination of micro-extrusion compression molding andsurface modification for real-time wireless detection of liquid leakage. The TCGSutilizes the synergistic effects of Archimedean spiral crack arrays and micropores,which are inspired by the remarkable sensory capabilities of scorpions. This designachieves a sensitivity of 218.13 at a strain of 2%, which is an increase of 4300%. Additionally, it demonstrates exceptional durability bywithstanding over 5000 usage cycles. The robust superhydrophobicity of the TCGS significantly enhances sensitivity and stability indetecting small-scale liquid leakage, enabling precise monitoring of liquid leakage across a wide range of sizes, velocities, and compositionswhile issuing prompt alerts. This provides critical early warnings for both industrial pipelines and potential liquid leakage scenariosin everyday life. The development and utilization of bioinspired ultrasensitive flexible strain sensors offer an innovative and effectivesolution for the early wireless detection of liquid leakage.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(52373119,52475310)the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB4701000).
文摘Bioinspired superhydrophobic surfaces have been used for drag reduction.However,the secondary structures and the air cushions on these surfaces could be destructed in a flow,losing the effect of drag reduction.Here,a stainless-steel surface with mushroom-like cross-section(SMC)and diamond cavities(SMCD)having a drag reduction rate up to 19.37%is developed by 3D printing.The concealed re-entrant structures in SMCD prevent the infiltration of water into the chamber and form gas cushions,which converts the sliding friction at liquid-solid interface into rolling friction at liquid-gas interface,realizing the drag reduction.Meanwhile,98.3%of air can be maintained in the chamber in a flow with Reynolds number(Re)of 9×10^(5),ensuring the drag reduction in a high-velocity flow.Moreover,the continuous top stainless-steel surface and the supporting mesh network protect the critical re-entrant structures,ensuring the robustness of SMC.With the bioinspired design and one-step additive manufacturing process,SMC holds great potential for large-area production and applications requiring robust drag reduction.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation(52025055,52175546,and 52405624)the Shaanxi University Youth Innovation Team.
文摘Gecko-inspired van der Waals force-based adhesion technology demonstrates significant potential for robotic operations.While superior adhesion is achieved under parallel contact during testing,engineering operations often involve non-parallel contact,weakening adhesion,and compromising task stability and efficiency.Stable attachment under such non-parallel contacts remains challenging.Inspired by the soft muscle and rigid bone in the gecko’s sole,this study proposes a self-adaptive core-shell dry adhesive by embedding a thin,rigid piece into a soft,thick elastomer comprising a top adhesion tip with a mushroom-like geometry for interfacial adhesion based on the van der Waals force and a bottom core-shell configuration for interface stress regulation.Unlike traditional core-shell structures with a fixed“dead core,”the proposed“live core”rotates within the soft shell,mimicking skeletal joints.This enables stress equalization at the interface and facilitates adaptive contact to macroscopic interfacial angle errors.This innovative core-shell configuration demonstrates an adhesion strength 100 times higher than conventional homogeneous structures under non-parallel contact and offers anti-overturning ability by mitigating torsional effects.The proposed strategy can advance the development of gecko-inspired adhesion-based devices and systems.
文摘The field of photocatalysis has witnessed a significant advancement in the development of bioinspired and biomimetic photocatalysts for various biomedical applications,including drug delivery,tissue engineering,cancer therapy,and bioimaging.Nature has evolved efficient light-harvesting systems and energy conversion mechanisms,which serve as a benchmark for researchers.However,reproducing such complexity and harnessing it for biomedical applications is a daunting task.It requires a comprehensive understanding of the underlying biological processes and the ability to replicate them synthetically.By utilizing light energy,these photocatalysts can trigger specific chemical reactions,leading to targeted drug release,enhanced tissue regeneration,and precise imaging of biological structures.In this context,addressing the stability,long-term performance,scalability,and costeffectiveness of these materials is crucial for their widespread implementation in biomedical applications.While challenges such as complexity and stability persist,their advantages such as targeted drug delivery and personalized medicine make them a fascinating area of research.The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive analysis and evaluation of existing research,highlighting the advancements,current challenges,advantages,limitations,and future prospects of bioinspired and biomimetic photocatalysts in biomedicine.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant numbers 52305321 and 62273246)The Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20230496)+3 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation Funded Project(2023M732536 and 2024T170630)Jiangsu Province Excellence Postdoctoral Program(2023ZB218)The National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB4702202)The Jiangsu Provincial Key Technology R&D Program(BE2021009-02).
文摘Micro aerial vehicles(MAVs)have flexibility and maneuverability,which can offer vast potential for applications in both civilian and military domains.Compared to Fixed-wing/Rotor-wing MAVs,Flapping Wing Micro Robots(FWMRs)have garnered widespread attention among scientists due to their superior miniaturized aerodynamic theory,reduced noise,and enhanced resistance to disturbances in complex and diverse environments.Flying insects,it not only has remarkable flapping flight ability(wings),but also takeoff and landing habitat ability(legs).If the various functions of flying insects can be imitated,efficient biomimetic FWMRs can be produced.This paper provides a review of the flight kinematics,aerodynamics,and wing structural parameters of insects.Then,the traditional wings and folding wings of insect-inspired FWMRs were compared.The research progress in takeoff and landing of FWMRs was also summarized,and the future developments and challenges for insect-inspired FWMRs were discussed.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22376057,22174048,22274048,22274045,22274047,and 21904039)the Foundation of the Science&Technology Department of Hunan Province(Nos.2023JJ30394 and2023ZJ1123)。
文摘Rapid and robust identification of bacteria is crucial for environmental monitoring and clinical diagnosis.Herein,a bioinspired interface-mediated multichannel sensor array was developed based on three-coloremitting antimicrobial functional carbon dots(FCDs)and concanavalin A doped polydopamine nanoparticles(Con A-PDA)for identification of bacteria.In this sensor,the fluorescence intensity of the three FCDs was quenched by the Con A-PDA.Upon addition different types of bacteria,the fluorescence intensity of the three FCDs was restored or further quenched.Recur to statistical analysis methods,it is employed to accurately discriminate 10 types of bacteria(including three probiotics and seven pathogenic bacteria)in natural water samples and human urine samples.The discrimination ability of the sensor array was highly enhanced via different competing binding of the FCDs and the bacteria toward Con A-PDA.The proposed array-based method offers a rapid,high-throughput,and reliable sensing platform for pathogen diagnosis in the field of environmental monitoring and clinical diagnosis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51375383).
文摘In this study,we present a small,integrated jumping-crawling robot capable of intermittent jumping and self-resetting.Compared to robots with a single mode of locomotion,this multi-modal robot exhibits enhanced obstacle-surmounting capabilities.To achieve this,the robot employs a novel combination of a jumping module and a crawling module.The jumping module features improved energy storage capacity and an active clutch.Within the constraints of structural robustness,the jumping module maximizes the explosive power of the linear spring by utilizing the mechanical advantage of a closed-loop mechanism and controls the energy flow of the jumping module through an active clutch mechanism.Furthermore,inspired by the limb movements of tortoises during crawling and self-righting,a single-degree-of-freedom spatial four-bar crawling mechanism was designed to enable crawling,steering,and resetting functions.To demonstrate its practicality,the integrated jumping-crawling robot was tested in a laboratory environment for functions such as jumping,crawling,self-resetting,and steering.Experimental results confirmed the feasibility of the proposed integrated jumping-crawling robot.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFB4705600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U23A20342,62273331,61925307,and 61821005)+1 种基金the CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(No.YSBR-036)the CAS/SAFEA International Partnership Program for Creative Research Teams.
文摘Treatment of intracranial gliomas has increasingly favored minimally invasive surgery,with a growing focus on leveraging microrobots for efficient drug delivery while overcoming the impact of body fluids.Inspired by honeybee stingers,this study proposed a novel microspike robot.This robot firmly adhered to the tissue surface,enabling direct drug delivery from a hydrogel on its back into the targeted tissue via microspikes.The drug delivery rate was influenced by temperature and could be controlled by an alternating magnetic field.Microrobots could be delivered rapidly through a clinical Ommaya reservoir into the postoperative cavity or ventricle of the skull.The microrobot could be actuated for adhesion and retrieval,with its motion posture and trajectory highly precisely controlled by external magnetic fields.Biological experiments confirmed the excellent biocompatibility and biosafety of the microspike robot and demonstrated its effectiveness in treating gliomas by loading unconventional therapeutic drugs.The proposed microspike robot has significant potential for long-term drug delivery to target gliomas and other future clinical applications.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2018YFB1305400)the Major Research Plan of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.92048301)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52025054)the Joint Research Fund between the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)and Shen Zhen(No.U1713201).
文摘This paper presents a continuum manipulator inspired by the anatomical characteristics of the elephant trunk.Specifically,the manipulator mimics the conoid profile of the elephant trunk,which helps to enhance its strength.The design features two concentric parts:inner pneumatically actuated bellows and an outer tendon-driven helical spring.The tendons control the omnidirectional bending of the manipulator,while the fusion of the pneumatic bellows with the tendon-driven spring results in an antagonistic actuation mechanism that provides the manipulator with variable stiffness and extensibility.This paper presents a new design for extensible manipulator and analyzes its stiffness and motion characteristics.Experimental results are consistent with theoretical analysis,thereby demonstrating the validity of the theoretical approach and the versatile practical mechanical properties of the continuum manipulator.The impressive extensibility and variable stiffness of the manipulator were further demonstrated by performing a pin-hole assembly task.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFB1715400)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52225503)+3 种基金Key Research and Development Program of Jiangsu Province(Grant Nos.BE2022069,BE2022069-1)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.NI2024003)National Natural Science Foundation of China for Creative Research Groups(Grant No.51921003)the 15th Batch of“Six Talents Peaks”Innovative Talents Team Program(Grant No.TD-GDZB-001).
文摘After millions of years of natural evolution,horsetails have evolved unique stem structures that enable survival in harsh environments.Inspired by the cross-sectional characteristics of horsetail stems,a series of bioinspired sandwich structures were designed and fabricated using the laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)process.By combining experimental and finite element simulation methods,the formability,mechanical properties,deformation behavior,and thermal conduction performance of these structures were determined.Results show that the surface morphology of the bioinspired sandwich structures was smooth,with no cracks observed.The bioinspired sandwich structure with an inner tube diameter of 1.9 mm(D_(1.9))exhibited optimal comprehensive mechanical properties,with a specific strength of 64.2 MPa/(g/cm^(3)),and specific energy absorption of 3.3 J/g.Stress distribution results revealed that the D_(1.9)structures had the most uniform stress distribution.Furthermore,increasing the internal conduction paths improved heat transfer;therefore,the thermal conductivities of the D_(1.4),D_(1.9),and D_(2.4)structures were higher than that of the D0 structure.This study demonstrates that a bioinspired design approach,combined with additive manufacturing technology,enables the development of high-performance structures with both load-bearing and thermally insulating capabilities.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52275290 and 51905222)the Research Project of the State Key Laboratory of Mechanical System and Oscillation(No.MSV202419)+2 种基金Major Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China for Basic Theory and Key Technology of Tri-Co Robots(No.92248301)Opening Project of the Key Laboratory of Bionic Engineering(Ministry of Education),Jilin University(No.KF2023006)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(No.SJCX23_2091)。
文摘This work proposes a bioinspired hierarchical actuation strategy based on liquid crystal elastomers(LCEs),inspired by the helical topological dynamic adaptation mechanism of plant tendrils,to overcome the bottleneck of precise anisotropic control in LCEs.Mechanically pre-programmed hierarchical LCE structures responsive to near-infrared(NIR)light were fabricated:the oriented constrained actuator achieves asymmetric contraction under NIR irradiation,enabling reversible switching between helix and planar morphologies with multi-terrain grasping capability;the biomimetic vine-like helical actuator,composed of Ag nanowire photothermal layers combined with helical LCE,utilizes temperaturegradient-induced phase transition wave propagation to achieve NIR-controlled climbing motion;the M?bius topology actuator realizes reversible deformation or self-locking states by tuning the twist angle(180°/360°);based on these,a bioinspired koala-like concentric soft robot was constructed,successfully demonstrating tree trunk climbing.This study reveals that artificial helical stretching significantly enhances the molecular chain orientation of LCEs(surpassing uniaxial stretching),reaching up to 1000%pre-strain,and the Ag NWs/LCE/PI(Polyimide)tri-layer structure achieves efficient photothermal-mechanical energy conversion via localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR).This study provides a new paradigm for soft robotics material design and topological programming,demonstrating the potential for remote operation and adaptive grasping.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52305359)the startup funding from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology,the Opening fund of the State Key Laboratory of Nonlinear Mechanics and Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(No.2023AFB141)。
文摘Fabricating damage tolerant porous ceramics with efficient energy absorption and impact-resistant capability has been a challenge because of the brittle nature of ceramic materials.In nature,mineralized tissues or organisms such as cuttlebones and diatoms have evolved with hierarchical porous structures to overcome this difficulty.A bioinspired design of ceramic lattice structure with pores at multiple length scales,ranging from few nanometers to hundreds of micrometers,is proposed in the present work.These ceramic lattices with hierarchical porous structures were successfully fabricated via 3D cryogenic printing.Under quasi-static compressions,the printed ceramic lattices showed unprecedented long plateau strain(∼60%)and a specific energy absorption of∼10 kJ·kg^(−1) with a porosity of∼90%.The resulting energy absorption capability was comparable with most composites and metals,thus overcoming the brittle nature of traditional porous ceramics.This was attributed to the delayed destruction of the lattice structure,as well as the gradual collapse of pores at multiple length scales.Similar trends have also been observed under split Hopkinson pressure bar(SHPB)tests,indicating excellent energy absorption under high strain-rate impacts.The proposed 3D printing technique that produces hierarchical pores was also demonstrated to apply to other functional materials,such as silicon carbide,barium titanate,hydroxyapatite,and even titanium alloy,thus opening up new possibilities for fabricating bioinspired hierarchical porous structures.
基金financially supported by the Fund of State Key Laboratory of Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering,Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics,Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.SKLGME-JBGS2403)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42477205)the Hubei Provincial Innovation Group Project(No.2023AFA019).
文摘With the major developments that occurred during the past 40 years in the geotechnical engineering field,the usage of reinforcements in soils has been very common to improve the ultimate bearing capacity and reduce the footing settlements.These reinforcements consist of geogrids,geotextiles,geocells,etc.,all of which are in the geosynthetic family.Among these geosynthetic families,geocell performs better in soil-reinforced beds.In this study,we proposed the nine types of bioinspired geocells to improve the soil beds.For this purpose,a total of twenty numerical models were calculated via FLAC3D after validating the la-boratory model tests in the literature.The numerical results demonstrated that,except for the circular type,the performance of other geocell forms regarding increased bearing capacity was nearly identical.Regarding diffusion angles,only the circular and honeycomb geocells exhibited larger diffusion angles.The opening pocket diameter more significantly influenced the stress and strain of geocells.Geocells with nearly circular shapes,such as circular,honeycomb,hexagonal,and square,typically demonstrated higher confining stresses within the geocell walls.Conversely,for shapes that deviate from the circular form,such as dia-mond,re-entrant,and double V-shaped designs,the irregularity of the pocket shape could cause an uneven distribution of confining stresses,potentially leading to higher normal deformations at some specific areas and stress concentration at the wall joints.
