Residual magnetization induces pronounced mechanical anisotropy in ultra‐soft magnetorheological elastomers, shaping deformation and actuation even without external magnetic fields. This study introduces a computational‐experimental framework integrating magneto‐mechanical coupling into topology optimization for designing soft magnetic actuators with ...
Carlos Perez‐Garcia +3 more
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Determination of Trace Silicone Contamination on Composites by Quantitative XPS and LIBS [PDF]
Surface treatment and surface characterization techniques are critical to ensure that adherends are chemically activated and free of contaminants prior to adhesive bonding.
Campbell, Brooke +7 more
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Facile conversion of commercial silicones from thermoset to ultraviolet-set for increased processing versatility. [PDF]
Jamison MR +3 more
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Two‐Photon 3D Printing of Functional Microstructures Inside Living Cells
This study demonstrates 3D printing inside living cells by using two‐photon photo‐lithography. A bio‐compatible photoresist is injected into cells and selectively polymerized with a femtosecond laser, creating custom‐shaped intracellular structures with submicron resolution.
Maruša Mur +4 more
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With or without Silicones? A Comprehensive Review of Their Role in Hair Care. [PDF]
Carvalho RM, Melo DF, Kelati A, Tosti A.
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A flexible and lightweight acoustic metamaterial composed of air cavities encased in polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is introduced to enhance ultrasound power transfer. The metamaterial leverages the strong reflectivity of air cavity boundaries to concentrate incoming ultrasound, thereby improving the performance of piezoelectric energy harvesters ...
Hyung‐Suk Kwon +4 more
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Molecular dynamics simulation of polymerization kinetics, dimensional stability, and in silico toxicity of nextgeneration silicone impression materials in dentistry. [PDF]
Saini RS +9 more
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A green, freeform manufacturing approach that utilizes robust aqueous two‐phase systems to create intricate and scalable photonic structures and non‐planar mechanochromic hydrogel actuators from plant‐based hydroxypropyl cellulose. This approach broadens the structural possibilities of sustainable photonic devices and mechanochromic systems, offering ...
Xiao Song +14 more
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Comparative Evaluation of Tear Strength of Two Platinum-Based Maxillofacial Silicone Materials: Siloczest LSR With and Without the Addition of 2.5% Zinc Oxide (ZnO) Nanoparticles and Technovent (m511)-An In Vitro Study. [PDF]
Sharan S +4 more
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Single‐Atom Photocatalyst as Floatable Artificial Leaf for Upcycling Oceanic Plastic Waste
To resolve the catastrophic disaster of oceanic plastic pollution, the novel Ru single atom loaded ZnIn2S4 photocatalysts, in the forms of powder or floatable artificial leaf, were prepared for direct conversion of raw polypropylene plastic into valuable chemicals. The optimized catalyst exhibits exceptional performance, with a total formic/acetic acid
Amin Talebian‐Kiakalaieh +6 more
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