Multifunctional mandibles of ants: Variation in gripping behavior facilitated by specific microstructures and kinematics

Volume: 120, Pages: 103993 - 103993
Published: Jan 1, 2020
Abstract
The elongated mandibles of certain ant species are dexterous grippers that can output a wide range of forces as needed for various tasks. Our combined experimental and theoretical research reveals the multifunctionality of the mandibles of Harpegnathos venator that is facilitated by specific microstructures and characteristic kinematics. First, we found that H. venator can pull off a spider’s (Heteropoda venatoria) leg by closing its long...
Paper Details
Title
Multifunctional mandibles of ants: Variation in gripping behavior facilitated by specific microstructures and kinematics
Published Date
Jan 1, 2020
Volume
120
Pages
103993 - 103993
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