Article
Polymer Science
Yuehui Wang, Zhimin Zhou, Sixing Li, Han Zheng, Jiaxin Lu, Shuyue Wang, Jiahao Zhang, Ke Wang, Kaiwen Lin
Summary: Graphene-thermopolyurethane (G-TPU) composite films were fabricated and their properties were investigated. The results showed that the initial concentration of the TPU solution and the graphene loading influenced the overall performance of the composite film. A higher graphene content led to better infrared thermal response and near-infrared-light-assisted self-healing properties.
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Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Hyeongtae Kim, Jihyun Lee, Soo Bin Shim, Moon Se Kim, Bharat Shrimant, Jae Hyun Lee, Sang Yong Nam, Dong-Jun Kwon, Jun Hong Park
Summary: The presence of microcracks in polymer coatings degrades the structural stability and lifespan of the protective layers. Enhancing the polymer-coated surfaces with self-healing properties has attracted considerable attention. By improving the strength and self-healing properties of polyurethane/graphene oxide (PU/GO) composite materials through two GO treatments (mechanical milling and chemical treatment with HF), a healing efficiency of over 80% can be achieved. The HF-treated GO-reinforced composites demonstrate high self-healing efficiency and remarkable mechanical performance, making them a promising self-healing material for protecting structural composites.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zhenping Ma, Heng Li, Xin Jing, Yuejun Liu, Hao-Yang Mi
Summary: This article systematically reviewed the recent advances in the development of self-healing composite elastomers for flexible strain sensors, including various self-healing elastomeric matrixes, dynamic linkages, choice of conductive fillers, and critical performance parameters. By combining healing mechanisms and hybrid conductive networks, insights were provided to control sensing performances and inspire the development of high-performance flexible strain sensors.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kengo Manabe, Yasuo Norikane
Summary: This study demonstrated that polymer multilayer graphene composite coatings exhibit simultaneous antifogging and self-healing properties. The fabricated layer-by-layer coatings exhibited zwitter-wettability and self-healing performances comparable to those of previously reported systems. This study provides a new zwitterwetting strategy that combines self-healing and antifogging properties.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Henri Perrin, Regis Vaudemont, Doriane Del Frari, Pierre Verge, Laura Puchot, Masoud Bodaghi
Summary: This study investigates the self-healing capability of a novel bio-based benzoxazine vitrimer composite laminate. The laminate is manufactured using compression resin transfer moulding, and three-point bending tests are conducted to assess interlaminar shear strength (ILSS) and induced damage. Interfacial damages are healed through pressure and temperature. The results show that the composite has highly efficient healing capability, with 80% of the ILSS restored after a 60-minute healing process.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jian Wei, Li Yuan, Guozheng Liang, Aijuan Gu
Summary: Developing NIR-induced self-healing composite coatings with high transparency is a challenging issue. This study presents a new type of NIR-induced self-healing composite coating, ACWx, which is prepared using acrylate resin system and surface activated W18O49 nanowires (mW18O49). The loading of mW18O49 affects the transparency of ACWx coatings, but all coatings still exhibit a transmittance of >83.9% at 550 nm. ACW0.5 and ACW0.65 composite coatings demonstrate remarkable NIR-induced self-healing ability and meet the application requirements of automotive varnishes in terms of adhesion, flexibility, hardness, gloss, acid and alkali resistance.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhen Zhang, Lucian Lucia
Summary: Smart self-healing sustainable hydrogels containing soy protein polymer and/or graphene nanoplatelets were fabricated using slime chemistry, exhibiting impressive self-healing behavior and high ductility under mechanical stimuli, pH modulation, and thermo sensitivity. The synergy between SPP and GNP contributed to improved mechanical properties and heat resistance, with an unexpected reinforcing effect and enhanced resistance to gel flowability.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhi-Min Zhou, Ke Wang, Yue-Hui Wang
Summary: The study investigated the thermal properties, infrared photothermal response, and self-healing performance of GO-TPU film. Results showed that the thermal conductivity and infrared light-to-heat conversion efficiency of GO-TPU film were higher compared to pure TPU, and the composite film exhibited good self-healing properties.
Article
Instruments & Instrumentation
Liang Tang, Zhihe Cheng, Xianzhang Ling, Shengyi Cong, Jiaming Nan
Summary: Microcapsules synthesized using special materials can enhance the durability and resistance of concrete materials. The addition of graphene improves the compressive strength and self-repairing effect of the composite material.
SMART MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mingxia Liu, Shu Zhu, Yanjia Huang, Zihui Lin, Weiping Liu, Lili Yang, Dengteng Ge
Summary: This study demonstrates the fast 3D assembly, multifunctionality, and self-healing properties of soft robots using a self-healing light-driven shape memory polymer. Through photo-welding, complex structured soft robots can be rapidly assembled in different environments, allowing for function changes.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Pengying Niu, Nanbin Bao, Huhu Zhao, Shuang Yan, Beibei Liu, Yukai Wu, Huanjun Li
Summary: This study demonstrates a novel design strategy for fabricating stretchable conductive materials with superior mechanical properties and room-temperature healing efficiency. The elastomer matrix with reversible hydrogen bonds and microphase-separated structures exhibits excellent mechanical strength and high healing efficiency. Additionally, self-healing and stretchable composite conducting wires were successfully fabricated based on this design strategy.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Jubair Ahmed, Tanveer A. Tabish, Shaowei Zhang, Mohan Edirisinghe
Summary: Graphene has been explored for its potential as a membrane material for polymer composite fibers, with recent progress in incorporating porous graphene into high-output polymer fibers. This study successfully demonstrated the production of graphene-loaded microfibers with carrier polymer, and the incorporation of porous graphene into high-output polymer matrices. Analysis using various techniques confirmed the achievement of single layer graphene structures in fibers with diameters ranging from 3-8 μm.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Xishi Wu, Tongzhou Chen, Bijie Wang, Yujie Song, Qing Huang, Zhengren Huang
Summary: The novel polyborosilazane-derived SiBCN(O) ceramic was effectively dispersed in the composite material, leading to excellent self-healing behavior. The reaction of silicon and boron atoms with oxygen at high temperatures effectively filled cracks, enhancing the self-healing properties of the composite.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Fabrizio Quadrini, Denise Bellisario, Leandro Iorio, Loredana Santo, Panagiotis Pappas, Nikolaos Koutroumanis, George Anagnostopoulos, Costas Galiotis
Summary: Polyurea/formaldehyde microcapsules with Dicyclopentadiene as a healing substance were incorporated into a thermosetting polyurethane foam used as the core of a sandwich structure. The sandwich exhibited excellent shape memory properties and self-healing functionality, making it ideal for various industrial applications.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Na Song, Wei Shan, Xiao Xie, Qiong Sun, Liyan Yu, Lifeng Dong
Summary: In this study, a nanocontainer was designed to improve the chlorine resistance and water flux of aromatic polyamide reverse osmosis membranes by releasing healing agents.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jianbo Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Libin Liu, Yu Xiang, Yaling Zhu
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yaqi Shi, Min Zhang, Libin Liu, Xue Bai, Hang Yuan, Hamed Alsulami, Marwan Amin Kutbi, Jingxia Yang
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Min Zhang, Lei Ding, Jing Zheng, Libin Liu, Hamed Alsulami, Marwan Amin Kutbi, Jingli Xu
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jiamin Hu, Min Zhang, Libin Liu, Jing Zheng, Hamed Alsulami, Marwan Amin Kutbi, Jingli Xu
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianbo Yang, Yongxu Du, Xuelin Li, Congde Qiao, Haihui Jiang, Jiyong Zheng, Cunguo Lin, Libin Liu
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jijun Wang, Xuelin Li, Jianbo Yang, Weigang Sun, Qing Ban, Ligang Gai, Yingying Gong, Zhen Xu, Libin Liu
Summary: By grafting a flame retardant onto the polymer chain, flame-retardant organic gel electrolytes were fabricated with good ionic conductivity, flame retardant ability, and adjustable mechanical strength. Compared to traditional liquid electrolytes, gel electrolytes show better electrochemical properties and can work normally in a wider temperature range. The multiple advantages of gel electrolytes expand the applications in ionic conductor and energy storage devices.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Haohua Yang, Mingchuan Shao, Wei Zhang, Yanmin Lu, Zhen Xu, Libin Liu, Ligang Gai
Summary: In this study, a simple method for scalable fabrication of polythiophene-coated LiMn2O4 (LMO/PTh) through chemical vapor deposition approach is reported. Thiophene can be oxidized by surface Mn4+ ions of LMO, resulting in in situ PTh formation upon LMO particles. The resulting composites exhibit improved aging resistance and electrochemical performance attributed to the PTh coating as a moisture-buffering layer and HF absorber in the electrolyte.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanmin Lu, Fengxiang Zhang, Xifeng Lu, Haihui Jiang, Wei Hu, Libin Liu, Ligang Gai
Summary: This paper presents a low-cost and ecofriendly aqueous electrolyte with suppressed water reactivity and increased ionic conductivity. By optimizing the composition and structure of the electrolyte, a balance between reducing water reactivity and enhancing ionic conductivity is achieved. The results show that the electrolyte exhibits good ionic conductivity and stable electrochemical performance at lower temperatures.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinyu Bu, Hailong Zhang, Chaofan Sun, Xingxiang Ji, Furong Tao, Ligang Gai, Haihui Jiang, Libin Liu
Summary: The coating demonstrates excellent superomniphobicity and flame retardant ability, with resistance to harsh environmental conditions. Controlling the composition ratio and curing temperature can regulate the coating's performance. The convenient spraying process facilitates industrial production.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Runpeng Liu, Congde Qiao, Qinze Liu, Libin Liu, Jinshui Yao
Summary: In this study, gelatin hydrogels with excellent anti-freezing properties were prepared by immersing the initial hydrogels in a deep eutectic solvent (DES) aqueous solution. The introduction of DES hindered the formation of ice crystals in hydrogels even at low temperatures. The hydrogels remained mechanically flexible at -80 degrees C and showed good water retention performance.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chaofan Sun, Xinyu Bu, Tingting Yang, Congde Qiao, Xingxiang Ji, Furong Tao, Ligang Gai, Libin Liu
Summary: This study presents a waterborne polyurethane (WPU) design with degradability, flame retardancy, and high mechanical strength. The excellent mechanical strength is achieved through strong synergistic hydrogen bond interactions among different components. Additionally, the WPU exhibits outstanding flame retardancy, degradability, and corrosion resistance. This work provides a promising strategy for high-performance biodegradable materials and expands the industrial application of polyurethane.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xinyu Bu, Chaofan Sun, Congde Qiao, Xiang Gao, Yaning Zhang, Xingxiang Ji, Furong Tao, Ligang Gai, Libin Liu
Summary: A manta ray skin inspired coating with excellent liquid repellency and drag reduction has been developed. It has a transparent and durable surface with high hardness and low friction coefficient. The coating is resistant to various liquids and maintains its properties even under extreme conditions. It also has anti-icing/de-icing properties and good anti-corrosion performance, making it suitable for industrial applications.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xujie Wang, Congde Qiao, Song Jiang, Libin Liu, Jinshui Yao
Summary: The influence of kosmotropic citrate anion on gelatin hydrogels was investigated, showing that it can enhance the strength, modulus, and toughness of the hydrogels. Dehydration facilitated interactions among gelatin molecules, leading to the formation of helix structures, while an increase in citrate concentration contributed to the strengthening of the hydrogels by increasing the content and length of triple helices. The excellent mechanical performances of these hydrogels could potentially lead to new applications for protein materials.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Dandan Song, Jing Zheng, Libin Liu, Hamed Alsulami, Marwan Amin Kutbi, Jingli Xu, Min Zhang
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chenguang Pan, Jijun Wang, Xingxiang Ji, Libin Liu
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2020)
