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Abstract: Inflatable origami structure has immense potential in realizing fast, customizable, large-deforming, and three-dimensional shape morphing in robotics. In this letter, we developed a new ...

Scientists have developed a method called triplex origami, using Hoogsteen interactions to fold DNA into various compact shapes, offering potential benefits for gene therapy and DNA nanotechnology.

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Abstract: Origami provides a unique tool for the design of robotic frames owing to its simple shaping principle by “folding.” However, achieving the fast and reversible activeness of a highly ...

Inflatable soft actuators that can change shape with a simple increase in pressure can be powerful, lightweight, and flexible components for soft robotic systems. But there's a problem: These ...