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Rejuvenating liquid crystal elastomers for self-growth
H. Xu, H. Liang, et al.
This innovative research by Hongtu Xu and colleagues introduces a groundbreaking strategy to rejuvenate non-fresh liquid crystal elastomers, transforming them from a liquid crystal to an isotropic phase. Through a unique synergy of solvents and dynamic covalent bonds, this method enables repeated rejuvenation and selective growth regulation, paving the way for exciting advancements in soft growing robotics.
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