Ionic polymer metal composites (IPMCs) can generate a voltage when physically deformed. Conversely, an applied small voltage or electrical field can induce an array of spectacular …
The possible uses of polymers span many fields, with applications in health and medicine, materials science and molecular design; as a result there is a wealth of scientific …
The combination of its unique morphology, physical properties, cost effectiveness and environmental friendliness make natural rubber an appealing constituent for many materials and …
Fluoropolymers display a wide range of remarkable properties and are used in a number of applications including high performance elastomers, thermoplastics, coatings for optical …
In the search for sustainable materials, natural polymers present an attractive alternative for many applications compared to their synthetic counterparts derived from …