Abstract
We report a simple method for gluing polymer hydrogels together, based on supramolecular chemistry. The gluing is achieved by reactive self-assembly of a low molecular weight gelator at the interface of the two polymer hydrogels. Formation and assembly of the hydrazine-based gelator into fibers at the polymer gel interface leads to a greatly increased detachment stress.
Original language | English |
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Journal | ChemNanoMat |
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Publication status | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- Glue
- Hydrazones
- Interface
- Supramolecular gels
- Wet adhesion