Abstract: Legged locomotion has advantages when one is navigating a flowable ground or a terrain with obstacles that are common in nature. With traditional terra-mechanics, one can capture large wheel–terrain interactions. However, ...

Abstract: The fisherman’s knot, renowned for its strength and reliability, finds applications in engineering and medicine. However, a comprehensive understanding of its mechanics remains limited in scientific literature. In this ...

Abstract: The mechanical response of a knot tied in elastic rods strongly depends on the frictional force due to rod–rod contact. The behavior of a knot can be qualitatively different based on the frictional coefficient of the elastic ...