npj Computational Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
9(1)
Published: July 31, 2023
Abstract
Additive
manufacturing
has
enabled
the
design
of
thermoplastic
components
that
provide
structural
support,
electrical
conductivity
and
heat
generation
modulated
by
mechanical
deformation.
The
mechanisms
interplays
govern
material
response
at
microstructural
level
remain,
however,
elusive.
Here,
we
develop
an
experimental
method
to
characterise
conductive
filaments
from
a
combined
mechanical,
thermal
perspective.
This
approach
is
used
unravel
exciting
polylactic
acid.
To
overcome
limitations
prevent
complete
analysis
problem,
full-field
homogenisation
framework
implement
it
for
finite
elements.
accounts
viscoplasticity,
conduction,
convection
via
Joule
effect,
as
well
interdependences
between
them.
After
validation,
applied
virtually
optimise
fabrication
requirements
obtain
desired
properties
in
final
products,
i.e.,
stiffer
with
higher
conductivities
or
better
sensing
capabilities.
International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing-Green Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10(6), P. 1661 - 1710
Published: July 13, 2023
Abstract
Soft
actuators
have
brought
significant
advancements
to
robotics,
allowing
robots
perform
a
diverse
range
of
tasks
across
various
domains.
However,
the
increased
use
soft
has
resulted
in
negative
environmental
impacts,
including
material
consumption,
waste
generation,
and
energy
consumption.
To
address
these
challenges,
research
is
increasingly
focused
on
developing
sustainable
(SSAs)
that
can
provide
high
performance
while
minimizing
harm.
This
review
article
aims
explore
development
manufacturing
SSAs
their
potential
reduce
consumption
promoting
sustainability.
The
examines
categories
actuators,
such
as
multi-responsive
ones,
shape-locking
variants,
biological
water-responsive
models,
well
implementation
through
multi-material
printing
and,
3D
4D
techniques.
also
highlights
applications
SSAs,
manufacturing,
human–machine
interaction,
locomotion,
manipulation.
Furthermore,
explores
methods
for
reducing
using
recycled
materials
eco-friendly
processes
circular
economy.
Finally,
study
provides
comprehensive
analysis
steer
evolution
robotics
towards
more
future
ACS Applied Bio Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(3), P. 1336 - 1361
Published: Feb. 27, 2024
Over
the
past
decade,
nanotechnology
has
seen
extensive
integration
into
biomedical
applications,
playing
a
crucial
role
in
biodetection,
drug
delivery,
and
diagnostic
imaging.
This
is
especially
important
reproductive
health
care,
which
become
an
emerging
significant
area
of
research.
Global
concerns
have
intensified
around
disorders
such
as
infertility,
endometriosis,
ectopic
pregnancy,
erectile
dysfunction,
benign
prostate
hyperplasia,
sexually
transmitted
infections,
cancers.
Nanotechnology
presents
promising
solutions
to
address
these
by
introducing
innovative
tools
techniques,
facilitating
early
detection,
targeted
improved
imaging
capabilities.
Through
utilization
nanoscale
materials
devices,
researchers
can
craft
treatments
that
are
not
only
more
precise
but
also
effective,
significantly
enhancing
outcomes
healthcare.
Looking
forward,
future
medicine
holds
immense
potential
for
reshaping
diagnostics,
personalized
therapies,
fertility
preservation.
The
nanotechnology-driven
delivery
systems
anticipated
elevate
treatment
effectiveness,
minimize
side
effects,
offer
patients
therapies
efficient.
review
aims
delve
various
types,
properties,
preparation
techniques
nanocarriers
specifically
designed
context
disorders,
shedding
light
on
current
landscape
directions
this
dynamic
field.
Sensors and Actuators A Physical,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
372, P. 115363 - 115363
Published: April 10, 2024
This
paper
presents
a
substantial
review
of
the
development
and
utilization
graphene-based
flexible
sensors.
Graphene,
being
most
influential
nanomaterial,
has
been
widely
exploited
in
different
physicochemical
forms
to
synthesize
sensing
prototypes.
The
excellent
electromechanical
properties
graphene
have
allowed
prototypes
be
used
for
varied
spectrum
industrial
applications.
depicts
use
three
graphene,
pure
oxide,
reduced
form
formation
sensors
was
carried
out
using
certain
printing
techniques
that
were
able
produce
thin
films.
These
applications
associated
with
robotic
tactile
Along
showcasing
significant
examples
sensors,
also
explains
some
challenges
existing
current
scenario
their
possible
remedies
final
section
paper.
Sensors and Actuators A Physical,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
368, P. 115088 - 115088
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
The
manuscript
provides
a
comprehensive
study
of
the
design
and
utilization
graphene-based
prototypes
designed
to
detect
catechol
molecules.
Graphene
has
been
one
pioneering
nanomaterials
in
current
era
due
its
exceptional
electromechanical
thermal
characteristics.
Because
remarkable
aspect
ratio
charge
carrier
properties,
it
used
various
physicochemical
forms
develop
electrodes
for
electrochemical
sensing
applications.
Catechol
represents
toxic
organic
compounds
that
is
present
naturally
occurring
fruits
vegetables.
Exposure
catechol,
even
small
amounts,
causes
disastrous
nerve-related
issues.
This
paper
underscores
research
conducted
on
detecting
molecules
using
certain
graphene
allotropes
like
bare
graphene,
oxide,
reduced
oxide.
also
mixed
with
other
processing
materials
form
polymers
pure
nanocomposite
sensors.
Each
these
robust
efficient
regards
their
linear
range,
sensitivity,
operating
values,
response
time.
last
part
elucidates
challenges
proposes
potential
remedies.
Microscopy Research and Technique,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 8, 2025
ABSTRACT
Nanomaterials
have
been
gaining
interest
due
to
their
remarkable
properties
at
the
nanoscale.
The
surface
area
of
particles
becomes
high
nanoscale
because
this
virtue,
they
used
in
a
bundle
applications
like
electronics,
biomedical,
agriculture,
wastewater
treatment,
semiconductor
industry,
cosmetics,
drug
delivery,
paints,
and
so
forth.
morphology
(size
shape)
nanomaterials
plays
an
important
role
each
application
requires
appropriate
for
better
performance.
Generally,
there
are
few
microscopic
techniques
characterize
nanomaterial
morphology,
AFM
(atomic
force
microscopy),
TEM
(transmission
electron
SEM
(scanning
others.
In
review,
principles,
operations,
advantages,
limitations
these
characterization
briefly
discussed.
existing
difficulties
path
forward
development
also
highlighted.
OpenNano,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14, P. 100188 - 100188
Published: Sept. 13, 2023
The
Strobilanthes
cordifolia
plant,
a
member
of
the
Acanthaceae
family,
has
been
extensively
studied
due
to
its
wide
range
biological
properties.
This
particular
research
focused
on
green
synthesis
FeNPs/CuNPs
and
evaluated
effectiveness
experiment
through
various
characterization
techniques,
including
UV,
FTIR,
XRD,
SEM
with
EDAX.
UV
analysis
provided
valuable
insights,
showing
that
synthesized
nanoparticles
had
highest
absorption
values
at
462nm
for
FeNPs
438nm
CuNPs.
FTIR
confirmed
presence
different
functional
groups,
while
XRD
measurements
validated
their
crystalline
nature.
data
revealed
diverse
shapes
nanoparticles,
rods
spherical
shapes.
Additionally,
EDAX
Fe
Cu
elements
in
biosynthesized
nanoparticles.
antibacterial
activity
CuNPs
against
Staphylococcus
aureus
Escherichia
coli
showed
significant
inhibition.
Moreover,
demonstrated
strong
antioxidant
activity,
as
evidenced
by
effective
inhibition
DPPH
ABTS
assays.
Their
potential
anti-diabetic
agents
was
also
explored,
assessments
inhibitory
effects
α-Amylase
α-Glucosidase
enzymes.
displayed
anti-cholinergic
enzymes
such
AChE
BChE.
Furthermore,
comprehensive
toxicological
studies
higher
level
mosquito
larvicidal
Aedes
aegypti,
Anopheles
stephensi,
Culex
quinquefasciatus.
Among
these,
exhibited
larval
mortality
rate
95%
Cx.
Quinquefasciatus,
93%.
In
conclusion,
this
study
possess
favorable
characteristics
biomedical
applications.
