Self-Healing Hydrogel Functions as Artificial Muscle

Dec-09-19 A hydrogel that behaves like human skin could lead to a new generation of medical implants and swimming robots.

The hydrogel developed by the team from The Australian National University features dynamic chemical bonds, which makes it much stronger than its counterparts. The hydrogel’s special chemistry allows it to self-heal much like skin as well as function as an artificial muscle, lifting heavy items and changing its shape like natural muscles.

According to lead senior researcher Associate Professor Luke Connal, "Our hydrogel's ability to self-heal, as well as its flexibility and strength, make it an ideal material for wearable technology and various other biomedical devices."

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