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This has led to various hypotheses regarding the mechanisms underlying the extension of these so\u2010called hinge joints.\u00a0Hemolymph pressure has been proposed as a possible explanation, along with the pressing of the leg tip against the ground and the elasticity of the joints. The aim of this study is to investigate the morpho\u2010functional background responsible for the extension of the joints and whether the absence of intrinsic extensor muscles was a feature present in the ground pattern of the Myriapoda. To this end, we examined the cuticle and muscle anatomy of representatives from the four major taxa\u2014Chilopoda, Symphyla, Pauropoda, and Diplopoda\u2014using confocal laser scanning microscopy, micro\u2010computed tomography, and semi\u2010thin sections. 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