Although artificial muscles were a promising technology, they could not be produced from biological elements. Researchers at the University of Freiburg with all-natural protein artificial muscle succeeded in producing
plastic, nylon, rubber and from carbon nanotubes Although the artificial muscles produced are functional, they do not fully meet the expectations. As a result of studies for use in the human body, artificial muscle was produced with natural protein.
Artificial muscle with natural protein that can be used in the human body has been produced
For the study, researchers are looking for resilience to tissues such as skin and veins. elastin protein used. Two variations of the protein were produced that responded to different stimuli, mainly variations in temperature and acidity.
Thanks to a chemical reaction, artificial muscle emerged, which can be moved rhythmically and powered by sodium sulfite. temperature 20 degrees after setting pH value The team that changed it allowed the artificial muscle it produced to contract back and forth.
Underlining that it can be made programmable by changing the muscle structure, the researchers stated that the movements can be adjusted according to a certain stimulus. The artificial muscle produced can be used in body implants, as it is biocompatible, as well as robotic arms and prostheses.
Responsible author of the study Dr. Stefan Schiller, “The artificial muscle we developed is derived from the naturally occurring protein elastin. I think we have reached a sufficient level in terms of sustainability for this study. The artificial muscle that we have completed can be made to respond to other stimuli such as the material and the surrounding salt concentration.” said.