3D shape morphing of stimuli-responsive composite hydrogels
Li Xiao, Minghao Li, Lisa Tang, Diwei Shi, Emily Lam, Jinhye Bae
Abstract
Programmable 3D shape morphing of stimuli-responsive hydrogels is of great interest for the fabrication of soft actuators and robots. The corporation of hydrogel matrices and functional additives is discussed in this review.
Topics & Concepts
MorphingSelf-healing hydrogelsComposite numberMaterials science3D printingSoft roboticsActuatorFabricationNanotechnologyComputer scienceComposite materialPolymer chemistryArtificial intelligenceAlternative medicinePathologyMedicineAdvanced Materials and MechanicsMicro and Nano RoboticsHydrogels: synthesis, properties, applications