Munch-o-matic: Scientists develop the artificial mouth

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A schematic representation of the artificial mouth apparatus which scientists have designed to mimic human digestion. Credit: Courtesy of the American Chemical Society
A schematic representation of the artificial mouth apparatus, which scientists have designed to mimic human digestion. Credit: Courtesy of the American Chemical Society

For years scientists have tried to build an electronic tongue, a robotic tasting device that could have profound applications in improving food quality and safety. But before machines learn to taste their food, they first need to learn how to chew it.


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