Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 18, 2025
Abstract
Freeze
casting
is
a
versatile
technique
for
organizing
low‐dimensional
building
blocks
into
ordered
porous
structural
materials.
However,
the
freeze‐casting
fabrication
of
materials
with
robust
and
topologically
elastic
skeleton
to
withstand
harsh
conditions
challenging.
Herein,
silanized
ultra‐homogeneous
nanocomposite
aerogel
fabricated
using
gelation‐constrained
strategy.
Diverging
from
traditional
methods
employing
solution
precursor,
approach
involves
process
utilizing
rational‐designed
supramolecular
hydrogel
as
quasi‐solid
precursor.
The
within
hydrogel,
enclosed
in
dense
hydrogen‐bonded
network,
effectively
mitigate
secondary
agglomeration
caused
by
ice
crystallization
concentration
enrichment
during
freeze‐casting.
By
forming
cellular
an
interconnected
nanoparticle
resulting
aerogels
exhibit
exceptional
mechanical
elasticity
retaining
over
98%
height
after
10
000
compression
cycles,
along
superior
electrical
properties
showing
78.9%
increase
conductivity
compared
conventional
aerogels.
Wearable
piezoresistive
sensors
these
demonstrate
outstanding
force
sensing
capabilities,
broad
linear
range
(0–17.6
kPa)
high
sensitivity
(1.32
kPa
−1
).
When
integrated
intermediate
layer
protective
garments,
offer
insulation
fire
resistance,
enabling
them
endure
like
repetitive
extreme
deformations,
exposure
high‐temperature
flames,
water‐erosion
damages.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
121(33)
Published: Aug. 7, 2024
Artificial
neuromorphic
devices
can
emulate
dendric
integration,
axonal
parallel
transmission,
along
with
superior
energy
efficiency
in
facilitating
efficient
information
processing,
offering
enormous
potential
for
wearable
electronics.
However,
integrating
such
circuits
into
textiles
to
achieve
biomimetic
perception,
and
control
motion
feedback
remains
a
formidable
challenge.
Here,
we
engineer
quasi-solid-state
iontronic
synapse
fiber
(ISF)
comprising
photoresponsive
TiO
2
,
ion
storage
Co-MoS
an
transport
layer.
The
resulting
ISF
achieves
inherent
short-term
synaptic
plasticity,
femtojoule-range
consumption,
the
ability
transduce
chemical/optical
signals.
Multiple
ISFs
are
interwoven
synthetic
neural
fabric,
allowing
simultaneous
propagation
of
distinct
optical
signals
transmitting
information.
Importantly,
IFSs
multiple
input
electrodes
exhibit
spatiotemporal
integration.
As
proof
concept,
textile-based
multiplexing
sensorimotor
system
is
constructed
connect
fibers
artificial
muscles,
enabling
preneuronal
sensing
postneuronal
output
coordinated
motor
muscles.
proposed
holds
promise
electronics,
soft
robotics,
biomedical
engineering.
ACS Sensors,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(5), P. 2275 - 2293
Published: April 25, 2024
In
recent
years,
wearable
electronic
skin
has
garnered
significant
attention
due
to
its
broad
range
of
applications
in
various
fields,
including
personal
health
monitoring,
human
motion
perception,
human-computer
interaction,
and
flexible
display.
The
multimodal
sensor,
as
the
core
component
skin,
can
mimic
multistimulus
sensing
ability
which
is
highly
for
development
next
generation
devices.
This
paper
provides
a
summary
latest
advancements
sensors
that
possess
two
or
more
response
capabilities
(such
force,
temperature,
humidity,
etc.)
simultaneously.
It
explores
relationship
between
materials
multiple
capabilities,
focusing
on
both
active
are
same
different.
also
discusses
preparation
methods,
device
structures,
properties
these
sensors.
Furthermore,
it
introduces
well
intelligent
robots.
Finally,
current
limitations
future
challenges
will
be
presented.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(16)
Published: Jan. 15, 2024
Abstract
Severe
capacity
decay
under
subzero
temperatures
remains
a
significant
challenge
for
lithium‐ion
batteries
(LIBs)
due
to
the
sluggish
interfacial
kinetics.
Current
efforts
mitigate
this
deteriorating
behavior
rely
on
high‐solubility
lithium
salts
(e.g.,
Lithium
bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide
(LiTFSI),
bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide
(LiFSI))‐based
electrolytes
construct
anion
participated
solvation
structures.
However,
such
bring
issues
of
corrosion
current
collector
and
increased
costs.
Herein,
most
commonly
used
hexafluorophosphate
(LiPF
6
)
instead,
establish
peculiar
structure
with
high
ratio
ion
pairs
aggregates
by
introducing
deshielding
NO
3
−
additive
low‐temperature
LIBs
is
utilized.
The
significantly
reduces
energy
barrier
at
low
temperatures.
Benefiting
from
this,
graphite
(Gr)
anode
retains
≈72.3%
−20
°C,
which
far
superior
32.3%
19.4%
retention
counterpart
electrolytes.
Moreover,
LiCoO
2
/Gr
full
cell
exhibits
stable
cycling
performance
100
cycles
°C
inhibited
plating.
This
work
heralds
new
paradigm
in
LiPF
‐based
electrolyte
design
operating
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(38)
Published: July 26, 2024
Abstract
Reproducing
human
visual
functions
with
artificial
devices
is
a
long‐standing
goal
of
the
neuromorphic
domain.
However,
emulating
chemical
language
communication
system
in
fluids
remains
grand
challenge.
Here,
“multi‐color”
hydrogel‐based
photoelectrochemical
retinomorphic
synapse
reported
unique
chemical‐ionic‐electrical
signaling
an
aqueous
electrolyte
that
enables,
e.g.,
color
perception
and
biomolecule‐mediated
synaptic
plasticity.
Based
on
specific
enzyme‐catalyzed
chromogenic
reactions,
three
multifunctional
colored
hydrogels
are
developed,
which
can
not
only
synergize
Bi
2
S
3
photogate
to
recognize
primary
colors
but
also
given
polymeric
channel
promote
long‐term
memory
system.
A
array
further
constructed
for
sensing
images
biomolecule‐coded
information
communication.
Taking
advantage
versatile
biochemistry,
biochemical‐driven
reversible
photoelectric
response
cone
cell
mimicked.
This
work
introduces
rich
designs
into
devices,
providing
perspective
replicating
fluids.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(21)
Published: Feb. 16, 2024
Abstract
Active
sensing
is
a
fundamental
aspect
of
human
and
animal
interactions
with
the
environment,
providing
essential
information
about
hardness,
texture,
tackiness
objects.
This
ability
stems
from
presence
diverse
mechanoreceptors
in
skin,
capable
detecting
wide
range
stimuli
sensorimotor
control
biological
mechanisms.
In
contrast,
existing
tactile
sensors
for
robotic
applications
typically
excel
identifying
only
limited
types
information,
lacking
versatility
requisite
strategies
to
extract
proactively.
Here,
inspired
by
haptic
perception,
skin‐inspired
artificial
3D
mechanoreceptor
(SENS)
multiple
mechanical
developed
bridge
action
closed‐loop
system
dynamic
exploration.
A
tensor‐based
non‐linear
theoretical
model
established
characterize
deformation
(e.g.,
tensile,
compressive,
shear
deformation)
SENS,
guidance
design
optimization
multimode
properties
high
fidelity.
Based
on
recognizing
objects
improved
accuracy
(≈96%)
further
demonstrated.
exploration
approach
shows
promise
such
as
autonomous
learning,
healthcare,
space
deep‐sea
Chemical Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
124(22), P. 12738 - 12843
Published: Nov. 5, 2024
The
quest
to
imbue
machines
with
intelligence
akin
that
of
humans,
through
the
development
adaptable
neuromorphic
devices
and
creation
artificial
neural
systems,
has
long
stood
as
a
pivotal
goal
in
both
scientific
inquiry
industrial
advancement.
Recent
advancements
flexible
electronics
primarily
rely
on
nanomaterials
polymers
owing
their
inherent
uniformity,
superior
mechanical
electrical
capabilities,
versatile
functionalities.
However,
this
field
is
still
its
nascent
stage,
necessitating
continuous
efforts
materials
innovation
device/system
design.
Therefore,
it
imperative
conduct
an
extensive
comprehensive
analysis
summarize
current
progress.
This
review
highlights
applications
neuromorphics,
involving
inorganic
(zero-/one-/two-dimensional,
heterostructure),
carbon-based
such
carbon
nanotubes
(CNTs)
graphene,
polymers.
Additionally,
comparison
summary
structural
compositions,
design
strategies,
key
performance,
significant
these
are
provided.
Furthermore,
challenges
future
directions
pertaining
materials/devices/systems
associated
neuromorphics
also
addressed.
aim
shed
light
rapidly
growing
attract
experts
from
diverse
disciplines
(e.g.,
electronics,
science,
neurobiology),
foster
further
for
accelerated
development.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(33)
Published: June 15, 2024
Biomimetic
humidity
sensors
offer
a
low-power
approach
for
respiratory
monitoring
in
early
lung-disease
diagnosis.
However,
balancing
miniaturization
and
energy
efficiency
remains
challenging.
This
study
addresses
this
issue
by
introducing
bioinspired
humidity-sensing
neuron
comprising
self-assembled
peptide
nanowire
(NW)
memristor
with
unique
proton-coupled
ion
transport.
The
proposed
shows
low
Ag
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(35)
Published: June 27, 2024
Sense
digitalization,
the
process
of
transforming
sensory
experiences
into
digital
data,
is
an
emerging
research
frontier
that
links
physical
world
with
human
perception
and
interaction.
Inspired
by
adaptability,
fault
tolerance,
robustness,
energy
efficiency
biological
senses,
this
field
drives
development
numerous
innovative
digitalization
techniques.
Neuromorphic
bioelectronics,
characterized
biomimetic
stand
out
for
their
seamless
bidirectional
interactions
entities
through
stimulus-response
feedback
loops,
incorporating
bio-neuromorphic
intelligence
information
exchange.
This
review
illustrates
recent
progress
in
encompassing
not
only
representation
sensations
such
as
touch,
light,
temperature,
correlating
to
tactile,
visual,
thermal
perceptions,
but
also
detection
biochemical
stimuli
gases,
ions,
neurotransmitters,
mirroring
olfactory,
gustatory,
neural
processes.
It
thoroughly
examines
material
design,
device
manufacturing,
system
integration,
offering
detailed
insights.
However,
faces
significant
challenges,
including
new
device/system
paradigms,
forging
genuine
connections
systems,
ensuring
compatibility
semiconductor
industry
overcoming
absence
standardization.
Future
ambition
includes
realization
biocompatible
prosthetics,
exoskeletons,
soft
humanoid
robots,
cybernetic
devices
integrate
smoothly
both
tissues
artificial
components.
