The crystallization of ionic crystals has traditionally been explained by Gibbs's classical nucleation theory.However,recent observations of intermediate phases during nucleation suggest that the process may be mo...The crystallization of ionic crystals has traditionally been explained by Gibbs's classical nucleation theory.However,recent observations of intermediate phases during nucleation suggest that the process may be more complex,necessitating new theoretical frameworks,though key empirical evidence remains elusive.In this study,we used microdroplets to investigate the crystallization of sodium halides(NaCl,NaBr,and NaI)under homogeneous nucleation conditions across a wide range of supersaturations.In the evaporating droplet,NaCl follows the classical nucleation pathway,whereas NaBr and NaI exhibit the formation of an intermediate phase prior to the nucleation of anhydrous and hydrous single crystals,respectively.Optical and computational analyses indicate that these intermediate phases are liquid crystal phases composed of contact ion pairs.These findings establish a new theoretical framework for crystal nucleation and growth and offer methods to control nucleation pathways,enabling us to achieve desired crystals regardless of specific conditions.展开更多
Autonomously self-healing, reversible, and soft adhesive microarchitecturesand structured electric elements could be important features in stable and versatilebioelectronic devices adhere to complex surfaces of the hu...Autonomously self-healing, reversible, and soft adhesive microarchitecturesand structured electric elements could be important features in stable and versatilebioelectronic devices adhere to complex surfaces of the human body(rough, dry, wet, and vulnerable). In this study, we propose an autonomousself-healing multi-layered adhesive patch inspired by the octopus, which possessself-healing and robust adhesion properties in dry/underwater conditions.To implement autonomously self-healing octopus-inspired architectures, adynamic polymer reflow model based on structural and material design suggestscriteria for three-dimensional patterning self-healing elastomers. In addition,self-healing multi-layered microstructures with different moduli endowsefficient self-healing ability, human-friendly reversible bio-adhesion, and stablemechanical deformability. Through programmed molecular behavior ofmicrolevel hybrid multiscale architectures, the bioinspired adhesive patchexhibited robust adhesion against rough skin surface under both dry andunderwater conditions while enabling autonomous adhesion restoring performanceafter damaged (over 95% healing efficiency under both conditions for24 h at 30℃). Finally, we developed a self-healing skin-mountable adhesiveelectronics with repeated attachment and minimal skin irritation by laminatingthin gold electrodes on octopus-like structures. Based on the robust adhesionand intimate contact with skin, we successfully obtained reliable measurements during dynamic motion under dry, wet, and damagedconditions.展开更多
基金supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)grant funded by the Korea government(MSIT)(No.2021R1C1C2006535)supported by the Korea Basic Science Institute(National Research Facilities and Equipment Center)grant funded by the Korea government(MSIT)(No.RS-2024-00403164)supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea grant funded by the Korea government,Ministry of Science and ICT(Development of Nanofiber Yarn Based Compound Sensor as a Comprehensive Wearable Healthcare Solution)(Grant No.RS-2024-00357296).
文摘The crystallization of ionic crystals has traditionally been explained by Gibbs's classical nucleation theory.However,recent observations of intermediate phases during nucleation suggest that the process may be more complex,necessitating new theoretical frameworks,though key empirical evidence remains elusive.In this study,we used microdroplets to investigate the crystallization of sodium halides(NaCl,NaBr,and NaI)under homogeneous nucleation conditions across a wide range of supersaturations.In the evaporating droplet,NaCl follows the classical nucleation pathway,whereas NaBr and NaI exhibit the formation of an intermediate phase prior to the nucleation of anhydrous and hydrous single crystals,respectively.Optical and computational analyses indicate that these intermediate phases are liquid crystal phases composed of contact ion pairs.These findings establish a new theoretical framework for crystal nucleation and growth and offer methods to control nucleation pathways,enabling us to achieve desired crystals regardless of specific conditions.
基金National Research Foundation of Korea,Grant/Award Numbers: NRF-2021R1C1C1009925,2020R1A6A1A03048004, RS-2023-00214236Ministry of Trade,Industry & Energy (MOTIE, Korea),Grant/Award Number: RS-2022-00154781National Research Council of Science &Technology, Grant/Award Number:CRC230231-000。
文摘Autonomously self-healing, reversible, and soft adhesive microarchitecturesand structured electric elements could be important features in stable and versatilebioelectronic devices adhere to complex surfaces of the human body(rough, dry, wet, and vulnerable). In this study, we propose an autonomousself-healing multi-layered adhesive patch inspired by the octopus, which possessself-healing and robust adhesion properties in dry/underwater conditions.To implement autonomously self-healing octopus-inspired architectures, adynamic polymer reflow model based on structural and material design suggestscriteria for three-dimensional patterning self-healing elastomers. In addition,self-healing multi-layered microstructures with different moduli endowsefficient self-healing ability, human-friendly reversible bio-adhesion, and stablemechanical deformability. Through programmed molecular behavior ofmicrolevel hybrid multiscale architectures, the bioinspired adhesive patchexhibited robust adhesion against rough skin surface under both dry andunderwater conditions while enabling autonomous adhesion restoring performanceafter damaged (over 95% healing efficiency under both conditions for24 h at 30℃). Finally, we developed a self-healing skin-mountable adhesiveelectronics with repeated attachment and minimal skin irritation by laminatingthin gold electrodes on octopus-like structures. Based on the robust adhesionand intimate contact with skin, we successfully obtained reliable measurements during dynamic motion under dry, wet, and damagedconditions.
