Anti-Weightlessness Physiological Protection for the Lower Limb Muscle System Based on Biomimetic Adhesive Force Stimulation.

ABSTRACT: With the advancement of crewed spaceflight, mitigating the physiological effects of microgravity, such as bone-muscle deterioration and movement instability, has become increasingly vital. Inspired by reptilian climbing mechanisms, this study presents a novel bio-inspired adhesive footwear characterized by low pre-load, strong adhesion, and controllable attachment-detachment capability. This study analyzes the adaptability of a multi-level variable modulus design to surfaces with varying curvatures and roughness. Experimental investigations were conducted to analyze the contact mechanics and interfacial mechanisms of biomimetic adhesive materials featuring microstructure arrays. Moreover, stepping exercises were performed by volunteers wearing the proposed footwear under simulated weightle

SUBMITTER: Ji Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12730586 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature