3 papers
physics.app-ph2026
Supercritical Snapping and Controlled Launching via Dual Latch Gels
Xiaona M. Xu, Nolan A. Miller, Gregory M. Grason +1
Natural organisms have evolved integrated Latch-Mediated Spring Actuation systems (LaMSA) that consist of multiple latches and springs to enhance power output and adapt to diverse…
cond-mat.soft2026
Modulus and confinement effects on self-repeating, power-amplified snapping of soft, swollen beams
Nolan A. Miller, Laura C. Bradley, Alfred J. Crosby
Latch-mediated Spring Actuation (LaMSA) is a mechanism found in nature, employed by organisms that generate the highest levels of power density through repeatable, rapid energy rel…
cond-mat.soft2025
Poroelasticity of bottlebrush and linear polymer networks
Nolan A. Miller, Alfred J. Crosby
The transport of solvent molecules through soft, swollen networks is critical in both natural and engineered systems. While this poroelastic flow has traditionally been explored in…