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Ion-cluster-mediated ultrafast self-healable ionoconductors for reconfigurable electronics

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  • Yong Min Kim

    (University of Seoul)

  • Jin Han Kwon

    (University of Seoul)

  • Seonho Kim

    (Inha University)

  • U Hyeok Choi

    (Inha University)

  • Hong Chul Moon

    (University of Seoul)

Abstract

Implementing self-healing capabilities in a deformable platform is one of the critical challenges for achieving future wearable electronics with high durability and reliability. Conventional systems are mostly based on polymeric materials, so their self-healing usually proceeds at elevated temperatures to promote chain flexibility and reduce healing time. Here, we propose an ion-cluster-driven self-healable ionoconductor composed of rationally designed copolymers and ionic liquids. After complete cleavage, the ionoconductor can be repaired with high efficiency (∼90.3%) within 1 min even at 25 °C, which is mainly attributed to the dynamic formation of ion clusters between the charged moieties in copolymers and ionic liquids. By taking advantages of the superior self-healing performance, stretchability (∼1130%), non-volatility (over 6 months), and ability to be easily shaped as desired through cutting and re-assembly protocol, reconfigurable, deformable light-emitting electroluminescent displays are successfully demonstrated as promising electronic platforms for future applications.

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  • Yong Min Kim & Jin Han Kwon & Seonho Kim & U Hyeok Choi & Hong Chul Moon, 2022. "Ion-cluster-mediated ultrafast self-healable ionoconductors for reconfigurable electronics," Nature Communications, Nature, vol. 13(1), pages 1-10, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:nat:natcom:v:13:y:2022:i:1:d:10.1038_s41467-022-31553-4
    DOI: 10.1038/s41467-022-31553-4
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