Visible‐Light‐Enhanced Elastomeric Adhesives via Confined Hydrazone Isomerization for Durable Stretchable Hybrid Electronics

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Authors: Song Chen, Chuanji Liu, Conglun Xu, Mingyue Liu, Linlin Liu, Jun Xuan
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Abstract

ABSTRACT Stretchable hybrid electronics face a critical challenge in achieving reliable interconnections due to the mechanical mismatch between soft circuits and rigid components. To address this, we developed a visible‐light‐enhanced elastomeric adhesive based on a hydrazone photoswitch. Upon 420 nm light irradiation, the hydrazone units undergo a Z → E transition that triggers the in situ conversion of intramolecular to intermolecular hydrogen bonds. Critically, this photoisomerization process remains spatially confined to the adhesion interface, thereby preserving the bulk's inherent high energy dissipation capacity while selectively strengthening the interfacial region. As a result, the adhesive achieves remarkable adhesion enhancement after irradiation. When integrated into stretchable hybrid device, it enables record‐breaking 1500% stretchability and over 10000 cycles (under 100% and 200% strain) of durable operation. This work offers an effective solution for durable hybrid electronics and establishes a new application pathway for hydrazone photoswitches.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials Photochromic and Fluorescence Chemistry Advanced Materials and Mechanics

Publication details

Journal / source
Advanced Functional Materials
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
36
Issue
39
Publication date
16 February 2026
Language
EN