Reprogrammable shape memory ion gels via physical entanglement of ultrahigh molecular weight polymers

Materials Horizons 2026 Open access

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Authors: Ryota Tamate, Koichiro Uto, Yuji Kamiyama, Takeshi Ueki
DOI: 10.1039/d5mh01902h
Cited by: 3
References: 70

Abstract

Shape memory ion gels comprising ultrahigh molecular weight polymers and ionic liquids are fabricated via a facile one-pot polymerisation, delivering outstanding shape-memory functions, including triple shape-memory behaviour and shape reprogramming.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polymer composites and self-healing Ionic liquids properties and applications Dielectric materials and actuators

Publication details

Journal / source
Materials Horizons
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
13
Issue
9
Pages
4371–4383
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN