Tag: microparticles
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Shape-Shifting Microparticles: The Next Step in Self-Propelled Micro-Robotics
New Frontiers in Micro-Materials Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have unveiled a breakthrough in the realm of programmable matter: tiny, microorganism-inspired particles capable of changing shape and propelling themselves in response to electric fields. These “active particles” mimic certain behaviors of living organisms, offering a glimpse into a future where microscopic devices could…
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Shape-Shifting Active Particles: A New Era for Micro-Robotics
What are shape-shifting active particles? Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have unveiled tiny, microorganism-inspired particles that can actively change their shape and navigate their surroundings. These shape-shifting active particles respond to electrical fields, reversing or reshaping themselves in ways that mimic living organisms. The combination of adaptability and self-propulsion places these microscopic components…