Core Insights - The research team inspired by the "iron head" of the Asian corn borer has developed a highly impact-resistant hydrogel, which has been published in the journal Advanced Materials [1] Group 1: Material Innovation - The unique properties of the Asian corn borer's head are attributed to its multilayered microstructure, which acts as an efficient energy dissipation system [1] - The newly developed bio-inspired hydrogel exhibits an impact toughness of 23,534 joules per square meter, which is over 1,000 times greater than traditional hydrogels [1] Group 2: Practical Applications - The bio-inspired hydrogel was tested on a drone's anti-collision frame, showing that drones equipped with this material maintained stability and integrity after multiple collisions, unlike those without it [2] - The hydrogel has potential applications in various fields, including smart agricultural machinery, flexible robotics, and wearable devices, enhancing durability and reliability in complex environments [2]
向昆虫学“铁头功”
Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-02-01 20:19