Synthetic chemists have developed robust methods to synthesize discrete molecules, linear
and branched polymers, and disordered cross-linked networks. However, two-dimensional …

Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)—the simplest and most common silicone compound—
exemplifies the central characteristics of its class and has attracted tremendous research …

The presence of micropores/cracks and the poor self-healing performance cause the
organic coating to degrade its protective ability during long-term corrosion. In this work, a bio …

The intrinsic compliance of soft robots provides safety, a natural adaptation to its
environment, allows to absorb shocks, and protects them against mechanical impacts …

The negative impacts of cement-based material (CBM) production are way bigger than ever
expected. To illustrate the scale of this phenomenon, all the forests in the world, regardless …

Bio-integrated wearable systems can measure a broad range of biophysical, biochemical,
and environmental signals to provide critical insights into overall health status and to …

Skin is the largest organ of the human body, and it offers a diagnostic interface rich with vital
biological signals from the inner organs, blood vessels, muscles, and dermis/epidermis. Soft …

High-performance microsupercapacitors (MSCs) with three-dimensional (3D) structure
provide an effective approach to improve the ability of energy storage. Because the …

Self-healing materials are indispensable for soft actuators and robots that operate in
dynamic and real-world environments, as these machines are vulnerable to mechanical …

Self-healing coatings inspired by biological systems possess the ability to repair physical
damage or recover functional performance with minimal or no intervention. This article …