Stimuli-Responsive Free-Standing Layer-By-Layer Films

Xiaoran Hu, Ethan McIntosh, Marc G. Simon, Cristian Staii, Samuel W. Thomas

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Abstract

Free-standing, stimuli-responsive polyelectrolyte multilayer films enabled by light-induced degradation of sacrificial compartments are introduced. Two examples are described: i) a triple responsive film that uses light, redox, and pH for different functions, and ii) different wavelengths of light for different functions. This approach to multiresponsive materials offers simple design and chemical synthesis while enabling different stimuli to perform separate functions in the same material.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)715-721
Number of pages7
JournalAdvanced Materials
Volume28
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 27 2016
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • free-standing films
  • layer-by-layer films
  • nitrobenzyl esters
  • stimuli-responsive materials
  • triggered release

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Materials Science
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Mechanical Engineering

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