The state-of-the-art of flexible and stretchable devices is highlighted in this special issue of Advanced Materials.
Sensors
Thin Films of Microporous Polymer Networks
Alex Palma-Cando and Ullrich Scherf discuss the synthesis, properties, and applications of electrochemically generated thin films of microporous polymer networks.
New ultrasonic testing device
Ultrasonic specialist Sonotec introduced a digital ultrasonic testing device including touchscreen technology
Soft Robotics for Physical Therapies
Researchers in Singapore have developed a strain-sensing actuator for rehabilitation and diagnostic devices for patient mobility and dexterity.
Long-term Stretching of Silicone Dielectric Elastomers with Soft Fillers
It is shown that soft fillers significantly influence the long-term stability of silicone elastomers.
Facet-controlled nanocrystals for catalysis and sensing
Facet-controlled synthesis strategies for Cu2O-based nanocrystals are reviewed and properties that make them suitable for numerous applications in sensing and catalysis are highlighted.
Highly Detective Photodetector Based on Graphene-Silicon Heterojunction
Researchers devise a highly detective photodetector based on graphene-silicon heterojunctions with interface improvement by introducing a thin interfacial oxide layer.
Mimicking human skin with haptic pressure sensors
Chen et al. have developed haptic memory arrays which can detect and retain external pressure distribution.
Modeling, Design and Development of Soft Pneumatic Actuators
This work presents a design tool for soft pneumatic actuators using finite element method adaptable to a range of soft materials and design parameters.
Quantum Cascade Lasers
Steady progress turns multi-wavelength quantum cascade laser arrays into a powerful versatile source for next-generation spectroscopy and stand-off detection systems.
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