Artificial Muscles in Exoskeletons, Robots and Prosthetic Limbs

The video discusses the potential future applications of artificial muscles in robotics and the challenges posed by current materials.
Researchers hope to use the artificial muscles in exoskeletons, robots, prosthetic limbs, and even clothing. Most advanced robots are machines made from rigid materials like metals and plastics. Soft robots exist, but they are typically controlled by external air compressors and pumps used to inflate balloon-like structures. Some require voltages that are ten times higher than a household electrical socket to produce a current that simulates movement in stretchy material.