SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 22, 2026Interesting Engineering

Artificial motor system mirrors human muscle action, paves way for smarter soft robots

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University of Bristol researchers developed an artificial motor system using simple electric motors and 3D-printed parts that mimics human muscle behavior by automatically recruiting additional force when loads increase. This breakthrough demonstrates that muscle-like coordination can emerge from physical structure alone rather than complex biochemical processes, potentially enabling smarter soft robots that adapt without complicated programming.

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