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Dielectric elastomers of interpenetrating networks

, 2019
Recent experiments have shown that a voltage can induce a large deformation in an elastomer of interpenetrating networks. To understand the observation, this paper describes a model of interpenetrating networks of long and short chains.
Suo, Zhigang, Zhu, Jian
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High‐Power Rapid Laser‐Induced Synthesis of Multi‐functional Cobalt Metal‐Organic Framework With an Unprecedented Synthesis Efficiency

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
Laser‐assisted synthesis enables rapid (within 1 h) and high‐yield (≥90%) production of Co‐MOFs with mesoporous structures, tunable magnetic and optical properties, and efficient adsorption of N2, CH4, and CO2 for low‐energy gas separation. DFT calculations elucidate the electronic structure and adsorption behavior.
Saliha Mutlu, Bülend Ortaç, Ali Karatutlu, Taylan Gorkan, Engin Durgun, Dilek Soyler, Saniye Soylemez, Jelena Lillepäg, Volkan Filiz, Nergis Arsu, Sevil Savaskan Yilmaz   +10 more
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Fabrication of photochromic hydrogels using an interpenetrating chitosan network

, 2017
The synthesis of a novel interpenetrating chitosan network post-modified with spiropyran (SP) derivatives has been used to develop photochromic hydrogels.
Cheol Woo Lee, Kim, HJ, Lee, CW, Seung Hwan Lee, Ho-Joong Kim, Yang, YK, Young-Keun Yang, Geun-Chang Ryu   +7 more
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Galinstan Liquid Metal/Polyurethane Composite as a Multifunctional Stretchable Electrode and Piezoresistive Strain Sensor With Minimal Drift

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
Liquid metal additives are processed in elastomer host resulting in highly conductive and stretchable composites. The material functions as a piezoresistive sensor with minimal drift, low stiffness, and enhanced operating range. The film can replace wires to charge a mobile phone at ∼350% strain and monitors bodily motion in real‐time via a portable ...
Patryk Wojciak, Neeraj Kumar, Toby Hallam, Shayan Seyedin   +3 more
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Self‐Soldering, Stretchable and Self‐Healing Liquid Metal Elastomer Interconnections for Soft Electronics Platforms

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
A self‐healing and electrically conductive liquid metal elastomer enables robust self‐soldering of surface mount devices for soft electronics. Photothermally activated conductive pathways, strong pressure‐sensitive adhesion, and stable package‐integrated contacts provide high conductivity and extreme stretchability.
Su Thiri San, Ahmed Albeltagi, Mikko Nelo, Jari Juuti, Jarkko Tolvanen, Jari Hannu   +5 more
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3D Printing of Soft Robotic Systems: Advances in Fabrication Strategies and Future Trends

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Collectively, this review systematically examines 3D‐printed soft robotics, encompassing material selections, function integration, and manufacturing methodologies. Meanwhile, fabrication strategies are analyzed in order of increasing complexity, highlighting persistent challenges with proposed solutions.
Changjiang Liu, Bin Cui, Xumin Huang, Xiaoyu (Rayne) Zheng, T. Thang Vo‐Doan, Ruirui Qiao   +5 more
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Self‐Assembling Hybrid Hydrogel Reprograms the Stromal Vascular Fraction to Treat Osteoarthritis

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
This study presents a bioinspired injectable hydrogel that enhances the therapeutic potential of stem cell‐rich stromal vascular fraction for treating osteoarthritis. By reprogramming cell behavior through epigenetic modulation, the hydrogel promotes cartilage regeneration and reduces joint damage in a rat model, offering a promising new approach for ...
Waifang Hou, Yongfeng Chen, Longyou Xiao, Wei Qi, Tianshu Du, Qiang Sun, Borui Xue, Qinghe Zhao, Pengfei Xie, Zi Ye, Fei Han, Lingli Guo, Yang Jiao, Ranran Zhang, Hong Jia, Xiao Huang, Jianwei Guo, Peng Wang, Huayi Wang, Yuanrui Wang, Wenjing Chen, Haining Wu, Liumin He, Dawei Zhang   +23 more
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Hierarchically Soft Porous MOF‐Polymer Monolith for Fast and Large‐Scale Moisture Buffering

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
A soft, hierarchical porous monolith that combines metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) with a thermoresponsive polymer matrix enables rapid, large‐scale moisture buffering. The synergistic interface facilitates high‐capacity water capture and low‐energy release for sustainable indoor dehumidification.
Guangxin Ma, Xin Zhou, Weiman Li, Ken‐ichi Otake, Susumu Kitagawa, Xiaoze Wang, Mengjie Cao, Linfeng Nie, Ming‐Shui Yao, Yunfa Chen   +9 more
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A Novel Polyvinyl Alcohol/Salecan Composite Hydrogel Dressing with Tough, Biocompatible, and Antibacterial Properties for Infected Wound Healing

Gels
Polysaccharide-based wound dressings face challenges in mechanical properties and effective wound repair for infected wound surfaces. This study presents a novel polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)/Salecan (Sal) composite hydrogel dressing with high toughness ...
Jiayu Li, Can Li, Qi Zhang, Zhenhao Rao, Qinghuan Meng, Miao Li, Juan Dai, Ke Deng, Pengfei Chen   +8 more
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Interpenetrating polymer network hydrogels based on polysaccharides for biomedical applications

, 2011
The main theme of this thesis is the development and the characterization of interpenetrating polymer network hydrogels (IPNs) based on biodegradable and biocompatible polysaccharides, in particular alginate, hyaluronic acid and dextran.
Pescosolido, L., Pharmaceutics, Afd Pharmaceutics   +2 more
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