Photoresponsive Slide‐Ring Gels Enable Modulation of Sliding Dynamics
Dalila Cafagno, Serena Silvi, Mark W. Tibbitt, Stefan Mommer · Wiley · 2025
This study introduces light-responsive slide-ring gels that can reversibly switch between stiff and soft states by modulating sliding dynamics through photoswitching.
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Why this matters
Key findings
- Introduction of light-responsive slide-ring gels based on azobenzene-containing polymers.
- Reversible photoswitching modulates sliding dynamics of α-cyclodextrin macrocycles.
- Mechanical properties can alternate between stiff and soft states.
- Demonstrates the potential for external stimulus control in SRGs.
- Highlights the unique topology and energy dissipation capabilities of SRGs.
What's new
The introduction of light-responsive capabilities to slide-ring gels, allowing for dynamic control of their mechanical properties.
Limitations
The abstract does not specify practical applications or commercial readiness of the materials.
Commercial context
The research is in the conceptual stage and does not indicate any commercial applications or readiness.
Publication
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Publication date
- July 20, 2025
- Research type
- Paper
- License
- http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
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