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South Korean Research Team Develops Fabric Artificial Muscle
The Debrief reported that a research team at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials developed a new process for weaving ultrafine shape-memory alloy fibers into fabric.
What happened
According to The Debrief, the process is used to make fabric artificial muscles for wearable robots. Tests confirmed increased muscle strength and reduced muscle strain for wearers. The publication reported that the research team at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials is advancing prototypes at the research stage.
Sources
Translated from the Japanese original: /news/kimm-keijou-kioku-goukin-sen-i-wo-ori-kon-da-uearabururobott-b71402. The Japanese version is authoritative if they differ.