Bioinspired Soft Machines: Engineering Nature’s Grace into Future Innovations
Singh AV, Ansari MHD, Dey AK, Laux P, Samal SK, Malgaretti P, Mohapatra SR, Busse M, Suar M, Tisato V, Gemmati D (2025)
Publication Type: Journal article, Review article
Publication year: 2025
Journal
Book Volume: 16
Article Number: 158
Journal Issue: 5
DOI: 10.3390/jfb16050158
Abstract
This article explores the transformative advances in soft machines, where biology, materials science, and engineering have converged. We discuss the remarkable adaptability and versatility of soft machines, whose designs draw inspiration from nature’s elegant solutions. From the intricate movements of octopus tentacles to the resilience of an elephant’s trunk, nature provides a wealth of inspiration for designing robots capable of navigating complex environments with grace and efficiency. Central to this advancement is the ongoing research into bioinspired materials, which serve as the building blocks for creating soft machines with lifelike behaviors and adaptive capabilities. By fostering collaboration and innovation, we can unlock new possibilities in soft machines, shaping a future where robots seamlessly integrate into and interact with the natural world, offering solutions to humanity’s most pressing challenges.
Involved external institutions
Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR)
Germany (DE)
Scuola Superiore di Studi Universitari e di Perfezionamento Sant´Anna
Italy (IT)
STEMAZE UG
Germany (DE)
Karolinska Institute
Sweden (SE)
Forschungszentrum Jülich / Research Centre Jülich (FZJ)
Germany (DE)
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT)
India (IN)
Università degli Studi di Ferrara
Italy (IT)
Germany (DE)
Scuola Superiore di Studi Universitari e di Perfezionamento Sant´Anna
Italy (IT)
STEMAZE UG
Germany (DE)
Karolinska Institute
Sweden (SE)
Forschungszentrum Jülich / Research Centre Jülich (FZJ)
Germany (DE)
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT)
India (IN)
Università degli Studi di Ferrara
Italy (IT)
How to cite
APA:
Singh, A.V., Ansari, M.H.D., Dey, A.K., Laux, P., Samal, S.K., Malgaretti, P.,... Gemmati, D. (2025). Bioinspired Soft Machines: Engineering Nature’s Grace into Future Innovations. Journal of Functional Biomaterials, 16(5). https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb16050158
MLA:
Singh, Ajay Vikram, et al. "Bioinspired Soft Machines: Engineering Nature’s Grace into Future Innovations." Journal of Functional Biomaterials 16.5 (2025).
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