@misc{bckemo_bioinspired_and_2021, author={Bäckemo, J.,Liu, Y.,Lendlein, A.}, title={Bio-inspired and computer-supported design of modulated shape changes in polymer materials}, year={2021}, howpublished = {journal article}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-021-00056-6}, abstract = {The Venus flytrap is a fascinating plant with a finely tuned mechanical bi-stable system, which can switch between mono- and bi-stability. Here, we combine geometrical design of compliant mechanics and the function of shape-memory polymers to enable switching between bi- and mono-stable states. Digital design and modelling using the Chained Beam Constraint Model forecasted two geometries, which were experimentally realized as structured films of cross-linked poly[ethylene-co-(vinyl acetate)] supported by digital manufacturing. Mechanical evaluation confirmed our predicted features. We demonstrated that a shape-memory effect could switch between bi- and mono-stability for the same construct, effectively imitating the Venus flytrap.}, note = {Online available at: \url{https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-021-00056-6} (DOI). Bäckemo, J.; Liu, Y.; Lendlein, A.: Bio-inspired and computer-supported design of modulated shape changes in polymer materials. MRS Communications. 2021. vol. 11, no. 4, 462-469. DOI: 10.1557/s43579-021-00056-6}}