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A high-resolution photothermal tomographic technique for subsurface inspection
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A high-resolution photothermal tomographic technique for subsurface inspection

By employing either flash pulse excitation or linear laser scanning, thermophotonic energy penetrates the material’s interior and evolves with time. The acquired relaxation...

Leaf vein-inspired photothermal actuator balances speed, strength and stability
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Leaf vein-inspired photothermal actuator balances speed, strength and stability

Superstructure liquid metal photothermal actuator inspired by leaf veins. Credit: Li Xiaofei A recent breakthrough in photothermal actuator design has been achieved by...