Cortson BioFiber: Flexible Artificial Muscle

A project in Casper, WY by Mason Hunt
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Developing a modular, soft-body artificial muscle using flexible tubing, copper wiring, and magnetic pulses for next-generation motion.
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Funded: $0 of $1,200
Dates: May 2nd -> May 31st (29 days)
Project By: Mason Hunt
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Latest News

Pausing the Campaign — Preparing the Next Leap

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone — quick but important update. After some deep reflection and a few hard lessons from the first prototype burnout, I’ve realized that a pre-launch campaign will give this project the foundation it really deserves. That means I’ll be... (Read More)

Rebooting possible

May 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, I want to be transparent — I may be canceling and rebooting this campaign. The Cortson BioFiber is real, but I’ve realized my launch didn’t reflect that well. I underestimated how much Kickstarter depends on pre-launch strategy,... (Read More)

Breakthrough, Burnout, and Rebuild – BioFiber Awakens

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Today, Cortson Labs made its first real leap — the BioFiber strand moved under its own power. We tested a newly built electromagnetic muscle with a 20V power source. Heat buildup confirmed current flow, and the concept lives. However, one of the... (Read More)

Q&A On putting your work out there

May 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
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Founder’s Note: From Wood to Wire & Tools to life

May 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I want to be transparent: I’m not an electrical engineer—I’m a carpenter by trade. What I bring is hands, intuition, and the relentless drive to build what should exist. The BioFiber concept works. I’ve seen contraction. But right now, I’m... (Read More)

CORTSON BIOFIBER – FIELD UPDATE

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Prototype IV is now under construction. We’ve stripped it down to the core — literally. With freshly hammered steel rods, hand-sanded and coil-ready, we’re entering a new phase of electromagnetic muscle construction. This version pushes past... (Read More)

The Flame Has Been Seen

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Today, something powerful happened—our very first supporter reached out, not just to back Cortson Labs, but to belong to the journey. James, thank you. You’re not just backing a project—you’re helping awaken BioFiber, spark by spark. Your... (Read More)

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