Transforming Small Localized Loading into Large Rotational Motion in Soft Anisotropically Structured Materials

A novel actuation mechanism in soft anisotropic materials: small localized loadings can be transformed into different global movements depending on the material anisotropy direction. The phenomenon is illustrated by experiments on 3D-printed prototypes of soft composite materials with layered microstructures. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Supporting video 1 Supporting video 2 Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.