Shape programming of liquid crystal elastomers
Abstract Liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs) are shape-morphing materials that demonstrate reversible actuation when exposed to external stimuli, such as light or heat. The actuation’s complexity depends heavily on the instilled liquid crystal alignment, programmed into the material using various shape...
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Nature Portfolio
2024-03-01
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| Series: | Communications Chemistry |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s42004-024-01141-2 |