Biologically inspired reversible osmotic actuation through voltage-gated ion channels
2012 ◽
Vol 23
(12)
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pp. 1395-1403
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This study focuses on the development of a novel high-energy density actuator based on biomimicry principles. The system proposed here draws inspiration from plant motor cells and provides proof of concept for a highly configurable reversible osmotic actuator through the application of voltage-gated ion channels and action potentials. Computational methods are employed to measure the effectiveness of the proposed system in comparison to similar novel actuators.
2007 ◽
Vol 2
(3)
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pp. 189-202
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2008 ◽
Vol 35
(3)
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pp. 289-295
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2007 ◽
Vol 11
(3)
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pp. 265-271
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2005 ◽
Vol 5
(1)
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pp. 15-30
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