Tomohisa Kojima
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Tomohisa Kojima is a materials scientist whose research lies at the intersection of rubber mechanics, fatigue life extension, and soft robotics. His most-cited work, “Prolonging rubber fatigue life using hysteresis of strain-induced crystallization of natural rubber” (2022, 16 citations), introduces a novel method to dramatically extend the lifespan of rubber components by harnessing the hysteresis from strain-induced crystallization—a phenomenon unique to natural rubber. This approach addresses a critical bottleneck in soft robotics, where large, repeated deformations often lead to premature material failure. By demonstrating that strategic exploitation of crystallization hysteresis can delay crack growth, Kojima has opened new pathways for designing more durable, resilient elastomers for demanding applications. His contributions are particularly impactful for the emerging field of soft robotics, where material longevity is essential for practical deployment. With growing interest in sustainable and long-lasting flexible materials, Kojima’s work is gaining traction among researchers seeking to bridge fundamental polymer physics with real-world engineering challenges.
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