Showing 80 results for Author: Rigoberto C. Advincula
Sep, 2026
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In this study, we developed a photocurable hydrogel resin incorporating a polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) for 3D printing. Acrylamide-based monomers were formulated with varying PEC contents (0–15 wt %) in an aqueous KBr medium to fabricate patterned porous hydrogel structures. The morphology of printed hydrogels was characterized by field-emission scanning electron microsco…
Apr, 2026
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Protein repellent (i.e., antifouling) properties of ultrathin polymeric films have been ascribed to the formation of a dense layer of adsorbed polymers, which causes steric hindrance to protein adsorption on underlying substrates. The antifouling properties of the films are hypothesized to be independent of polymer hydrophilicity based on previous studies involving uncharg…
Nov, 2025
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Soft actuators are at the forefront of innovation across various fields, from healthcare to manufacturing to aerospace. Their ability to mimic biological tissues drives this extensive implementation. Among the materials used in soft actuators, silicone-based materials have gained substantial consideration due to their extraordinary mechanical properties, biocompatibility,…
Sep, 2025
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3D printing of unique structures with tunable properties offers significant advantages in the fabrication of complex and customized electronic devices. This study introduces a process-microstructure–property-guided manufacturing route to fabricate PVDF-2D MoS2 piezoelectric nanocomposites with tunable piezoelectric properties without having a postprocess. We control PVDF’s…
Sep, 2025
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Micro- and nano-patterned surfaces offer precise control over morphology and chemical composition, enhancing the stability, durability, and functionality of coating materials. When combined with stimuli-responsive polymers, these surfaces gain dynamic adaptability, enabling reversible binding, reusable sensing, and selective molecular capture. While recent review articles…
Sep, 2025
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The development of nanopatterned interfaces incorporating multiple stimuli-responsive polymers has great potential for advancing smart sensors and molecular capture devices, yet it remains challenging due to limitations in patterning techniques and “grafting from” methods. Here, we present a binary-patterned surface featuring honeycomb-shaped photothermal polypyrrole (PPy)…
Sep, 2025
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Carbon fiber (CF)-reinforced epoxy composites are widely used in vehicle applications, where early damage detection is crucial for reliability and safety. To address this need, we developed a self-sensing epoxy/CF composite by embedding a PVDF-MoS2 nanosensor via an embedded 3D printing method. By harnessing the intrinsic curing kinetics of epoxy, we tailored its rheologic…
Sep, 2025
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Polylactic acid (PLA)-based nanocomposites are emerging as multifunctional, biodegradable materials, offering sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. This review examines recent advancements in PLA nanocomposites, focusing on enhanced mechanical strength, thermal stability, and biodegradability achieved through nanofillers like metallic particles, carbon-base…
Sep, 2025
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Hybrid composites have important applications, such as high-performance and lightweight materials in aerospace and automotive industries. Hybrid composites utilize the synergy of diverse fillers to achieve desired material properties, but usually have more complicated microstructures. While topology optimization can optimize a particular property, designing hybrid composit…
Mar, 2025
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Melt reactive processing of lignin with nitrile rubber is a promising approach to synthesizing shape memory materials. The strong intramolecular interactions in lignin macromolecular structures, caused by π–π stacking in aromatic rings and hydrogen bonding, often result in large phase separation or low miscibility with rubbers. In this study, we investigated the chemical a…