Amsterdam Researchers Build Metamaterials that Learn to Change Shape

Metamaterials that learn to change shape - Nature Physics

Learning how to change shape is a fundamental strategy in the adaptation and evolution of living organisms, from cells to tissues and animals. Human-made materials can also exhibit advanced shape-morphing capabilities but lack the ability to learn. Here we build metamaterials that can learn complex shape-changing responses using a contrastive learning scheme. By being shown examples of the target shape changes, our metamaterials are able to lear…

Metamaterial chains learn new shapes by sharing data hinge to hinge

In a new Nature Physics publication, University of Amsterdam researchers introduce human-made materials that spring to life. These 'metamaterials' don't just learn to change shape, but can autonomously adapt their shape-changing strategy, perform reflex actions and move around like living systems do.

New metamaterials learn shapes and move without central control

Scientists create metamaterials that learn shapes, adapt behavior, and move without central control like living systems.

Microscopic metamaterials that can shrink and expand on their own

Physicists from AMOLF and Leiden University created the first micro-scale metamaterials that can take on specific shapes without external control. This breakthrough paves the way for smart, self-adapting materials. The research team presented the groundbreaking research into micro-scale metamaterials in Nature on February 25. Metamaterials are materials that derive their mechanical properties from their geometry, …

Metamaterials that learn to change shape

Shape-Shifting Materials That Adapt and Evolve

In a groundbreaking advancement set to revolutionize materials science and robotics, researchers at the University of Amsterdam have engineered metamaterials capable of autonomous learning and adaptation, mimicking traits historically reserved for living organisms. Published in Nature Physics, this pioneering research