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Cars To Get Added Muscle
Artificial 'muscles' could replace the electric motors that make car windows open, wing mirrors swivel and seats change position.
10th June 2004
The special plastic material works like a human bicep, expanding when a small electric current passes through it. Scientists say it can be more powerful and controllable than conventional motors, and it's much less complicated than a mechanical mover, so is less likely to break down.
"The material has the potential to shift the way many types of automotive products are powered and operated," said Alex Beavers, boss at development firm Artificial Muscle Inc. in Menlo Park, California.
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