Shape memory polymers (SMPs) can be programmed to a temporary shape, and then
recover its original shape by applying environmental stimuli when needed. To expands the …

We describe an approach to print composite polymers in high-resolution three-dimensional
(3D) architectures that can be rapidly transformed to a new permanent configuration directly …

Mechanical properties of hydrogels are crucial to emerging devices and machines for
wearables, robotics and energy harvesters. Various polymer network architectures and …

The auxetic foams composed of highly porous thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) exhibit an
attractive behaviour of withstanding a large volume reduction upon the cyclic compressive …

Lattice structures have the potential for application in tensile conditions. However, limited
studies have addressed tensile behaviours of such structures and compared them with their …

Helical structures are ubiquitous in natural and engineered systems across multiple length
scales. Examples include DNA molecules, plants' tendrils, sea snails' shells, and spiral …

Materials that change shape are attractive candidates to replace traditional actuators for
applications with power or size restrictions. In this work, we design a polymeric bilayer that …

In this study, a novel artificial intervertebral disc implant with modified “Bucklicrystal”
structure was designed and 3D printed using thermoplastic polyurethane. The new implant …

A rare example of a one-component dual actuator is provided, which displays irreversible
change in shape by rolling on contact with water and reversible size change on changing …

Primarily used as an encapsulant and soft adhesive, Sylgard 184 is an engineered, high-
performance silicone polymer that has applications spanning microfluidics …