Edible soft robotic systems and methods

The claims specify an interactive surface with an array of elements, like tiny fluid conduits, sensors, and heaters. Edible inflatable objects sit on this surface, and a control system activates these elements to make the objects inflate, deflate, or even heat up, creating an interactive display or experience.

Why it matters: The specialized requirements for edible materials and integrated micro-actuation systems likely remain significant technical hurdles. Two years is too short for a fundamental enabling technology to emerge.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedCustom edible materials, microfluidics, sensors, control system.

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