A timely and comprehensive overview of novel, high–strength, functional hydrogels, covering diverse topics ranging from their synthesis, structural and property control to novel strategies for fabricating such sophisticated devices as actuators, soft robotics and artificial muscles.
As a result, materials scientists, sensor developers, and polymer chemists gain the in–depth knowledge needed to both make and use polymer hydrogels.
As a result, materials scientists, sensor developers, and polymer chemists gain the in–depth knowledge needed to both make and use polymer hydrogels.
Table of Contents
SynthesisNetwork Structures
Mechanical Properties
Toughening Mechanisms
Multi–Responsiveness
Structure–Function Relationships
Soft Actuators
Soft Robotics
Artificial Muscles
Hydrogel–Based Sensors
