Versatile liquid metal composites constructed using an organic–inorganic hybridization strategy for flexible electronics
Abstract
a direct-writing method can be used to design electrical-heaters and smart capacitance sensors. In addition, bulk LM layered composites with a biomimetic nacre-like structure exhibit enhanced impact resistance and a flexural modulus of 45 MPa. Furthermore, LM composites can be integrated into an actuator with fast response time and a wireless communication device. This organic-inorganic hybridization strategy breaks the traditional compatibility paradox between high conductivity and uniform dispersion. It not only extends the fundamental knowledge of LM composites, but also paves a sustainable way for constructing multifunctional LM-based electronics, applicable in soft robotics, wearable electronics and smart sensors.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
Nanomaterials and Printing Technologies
Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Materials Horizons
- Publisher
- Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
- Volume
- 13
- Issue
- 13
- Pages
- 6414–6427
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN