3:45–4:45 pm
GCIS W301/W303 929 E. 57th Street
Polymer networks formed through dynamic noncovalent or covalent bonds exhibit a range of interesting and tunable mechanical properties (e.g., tough, elastic, self-healable, stimuli-responsive, and reconfigurable). In nature, hierarchically ordered structures are formed through weak but cooperative interactions to perform precise functions. Learning from nature, we designed and investigated flexible polymer chains linked with periodically placed and directional dynamic bonds. Through understanding the structure property relationships, we discovered unique properties and applications of such polymers for self-healing, artificial muscle, reconfigurable electronics and soft robots, “morphing” electronics and stable lithium metal batteries.
Host: Shinyoung Choi - shinyoung@iuchicago.edu