A cold-responsive liquid crystal elastomer provides visual signals for monitoring a critical temperature decrease
Yuanyuan Zhan, Dirk J. Broer, Junyu Li, Jiuzhi Xue, Danqing Liu
Abstract
cracks enables the onset of the visible signal for instance caused by a pH indicator substance. We apply the dynamic Au-LCE membrane for cold-chain applications, indicating the loss of the effectiveness of perishable goods. We anticipate that our newly developed low critical temperature/time indicator will be shortly implemented in supply chains to minimize food and medical product waste.
Topics & Concepts
Materials scienceElastomerLiquid crystalOptoelectronicsNanotechnologyComposite materialAdvanced Materials and MechanicsAdvanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting MaterialsLiquid Crystal Research Advancements