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The project 4D P.RO. aims to develop a soft, lightweight, and wireless robot capable of autonomous movement thanks to smart materials and 4D printing. The goal is to create an initial prototype suitable for operating in confined spaces or hard-to-reach environments, such as ducts or hazardous areas. The added value of the project lies in the innovative use of Fused Deposition Modelling to \u201cprogram\u201d the material and achieve precise shape changes. Within the framework of this project, the site was responsible for project management and dissemination activities. Additionally, the evaluation of the printing and robot architecture, printing technologies, and the socio-economic impact of the project were further tasks under the responsibility of the site.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.unimercatorum.it\/4d-p-ro-4d-printing-of-smart-soft-robotics<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.unimercatorum.it\/eventi\/robotica-flessibile-o-stampa-4d-e-materiali-intelligenti-per-nuove-frontiere<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Il progetto 4D P.RO. dell\u2019Universit\u00e0 Mercatorum mira a sviluppare un robot morbido, leggero e senza fili, capace di muoversi in modo autonomo grazie a materiali smart e alla stampa 4D. L’obiettivo \u00e8 realizzare un primo prototipo utile per operare in spazi ristretti o ambienti difficili da raggiungere, come condotti o zone pericolose.<\/p>\n

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