Elastomer-Hydrogel Hybrids with Robust Interfaces and Functional Microstructures
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Invention type: Technology
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Case number: #18522
Hydrogel-elastomer hybrids with interfacial bonding tougher than epidermis-dermis interfaces and functional micro-channels and micro-patterns can be created by pre-shaping both elastomers and hydrogels before bonding to conserve their micro-structures, modifying cured elastomer surfaces with benzophenone for chemical bonding with hydrogels, and harnessing dissipative properties of tough hydrogels to achieve robust interfaces.
Researchers
Xuanhe Zhao
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Hyunwoo Yuk
Departments: Department of Mechanical Engineering
Technology Areas: Chemicals & Materials: Composites, Nanotechnology & Nanomaterials, Polymers
Impact Areas: Healthy Living, Advanced Materials
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hydrogel-elastomer hybrids
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