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- 1Microscope close-ups reveal Venus flytrap digestive glands●Spent the evening with the # microscope , got some nice shots of # VenusFlytrap digestive glands and trigger hairs. The
A microscopy hobbyist shared detailed images of Venus flytrap digestive glands and trigger hairs, noting that the red pigment on the leaf begins in the circular digestive glands and spreads outward. The samples were mounted on cavity slides in water with specific lighting. Nature and microscopy enthusiasts are reacting to the unusually clear views of the carnivorous plant's tiny structures.
- 2Venus Flytrap-Inspired Soft Robot Runs Without Wires▼The Venus Flytrap-Inspired Soft Robot That Doesn't Need Wires
A new soft robot modeled on the Venus flytrap has been unveiled, capable of operating without wires. The design, reported by Hackster.io, takes cues from the carnivorous plant's rapid snapping mechanism and appears to work untethered, a notable step for soft robotics where power and control lines typically limit movement and real-world use.