Sensors such as electrocardiogram (EEG) electrodes can help save a person's life, but the adhesive patches used to attach them may also harm that person's skin. An experimental new medical patch addresses that issue by utilizing octopus-inspired suckers.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: KAUST, Skin, Biomimicry, Dressings
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Octopus-inspired patches provide irritation-free adhesion to skin
Posted by ArielTechGeek 178 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
The world's first octopus-inspired superior sunscreen is on its way
Posted by ArielTechGeek 233 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A unique material inspired by a pigment in the skin of octopus, squid and cuttlefish has been harnessed to boost the skin-protecting active ingredients in sunscreen, as well as providing a shield against skin damage. And while it comes with all the benefits to humans, including antioxidant properties, it's harmless to the environment, which could revolutionize not just sun protection but skincare
Octopus-inspired grasper gets it right by mimicking mucus
Posted by ArielTechGeek 329 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A new octopus-sucker-inspired suction cup could make it much easier and more energy-efficient for robots to lift and release rough-surfaced objects. The secret lies in using water to mimic octopus mucus.Continue ReadingCategory: ScienceTags: University of Bristol, Biomimicry
Octopus-inspired ink can change color on demand
Posted by ArielTechGeek 661 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Scientists have created a new light-activated ink that can change color on demand. It’s made up of microbeads of different colors that rise or sink in response to different wavelengths of light so that its surface appears as a specific color, which could be useful for new electronic displays or active camouflage systems.Continue ReadingCategory: Materials, ScienceTags: Color, Colors, camouflage,
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