Advanced materials for micro/nanorobotics
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Date
2024-09-16
Authors
Kim, Jeonghyo
Mayorga Burrezo, Paula
Song, Su-Jin
Mayorga-Martinez, Carmen C.
Medina-Sanchez, Mariana
Pane, Salvador
Pumera, Martin
0000-0002-2747-9344Advisor
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Mark
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ROYAL SOC CHEMISTRY
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Abstract
Autonomous micro/nanorobots capable of performing programmed missions are at the forefront of next-generation micromachinery. These small robotic systems are predominantly constructed using functional components sourced from micro- and nanoscale materials; therefore, combining them with various advanced materials represents a pivotal direction toward achieving a higher level of intelligence and multifunctionality. This review provides a comprehensive overview of advanced materials for innovative micro/nanorobotics, focusing on the five families of materials that have witnessed the most rapid advancements over the last decade: two-dimensional materials, metal-organic frameworks, semiconductors, polymers, and biological cells. Their unique physicochemical, mechanical, optical, and biological properties have been integrated into micro/nanorobots to achieve greater maneuverability, programmability, intelligence, and multifunctionality in collective behaviors. The design and fabrication methods for hybrid robotic systems are discussed based on the material categories. In addition, their promising potential for powering motion and/or (multi-)functionality is described and the fundamental principles underlying them are explained. Finally, their extensive use in a variety of applications, including environmental remediation, (bio)sensing, therapeutics, etc., and remaining challenges and perspectives for future research are discussed. This review explores advanced materials in micro/nanorobotics, focusing on five key material families that enhance robotic functionality and intelligence, and discusses their applications and future perspectives.
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Chemical Society Reviews. 2024, vol. 53, issue 18, p. 9190-9253.
https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2024/cs/d3cs00777d
https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2024/cs/d3cs00777d
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Peer-reviewed
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en