A bioinspired hydrogel with balanced adhesion and compliance for reversible underwater adhesion

Materials Chemistry Frontiers 2026

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Authors: Yanjing Zhang, Shanhao Feng, Shilei Zhu, Xin Yang, Yulin Hu, Beibei Kang, Shuaijun Guo, Qiang Zheng, Hailong Fan, Ya Nan Ye
DOI: 10.1039/d6qm00279j
Cited by: 1
References: 41

Abstract

Achieving strong yet reversible underwater adhesion while maintaining low mechanical stiffness remains a key challenge for hydrogel adhesives, especially for temporary stabilization of fragile submerged objects.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polymer Surface Interaction Studies Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity Adhesion Friction and Surface Interactions

Publication details

Journal / source
Materials Chemistry Frontiers
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
10
Issue
13
Pages
2152–2161
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN