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Design and Fabrication of 3D-Printed Stretchable Tactile Sensors

Researchers at the University of Minnesota, led by Professor Michael C. McAlpine, have developed a series of novel inks, which can be cured at room temperature with tunable printability, high flexibility, electrical conductivity, and sensitivity. The printed flexible, stretchable, and sensitive sensors were found proven to be capable of detecting and differentiating human movements, including

Canadian Military Testing ‘Bionic’ Knee Brace for Troops

The Canadian military has begun testing what a company is calling “the world’s first bionic knee brace” to help troops better absorb the impact from carrying all the gear and equipment on the modern battlefield. The country’s Department of National Defence this week accepted delivery of 60 of the braces, called Upshot and made by