Open AccessMechanophore‐Functionalized Nanoparticles: Interfacial Force‐Focusing Effect in Mechanophore‐Linked Nanocomposites (Adv. Sci. 7/2020)
Author(s) -
Kim Tae Ann,
Lamuta Caterina,
Kim Hojun,
Leal Cecilia,
Sottos Nancy R.
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
advanced science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 5.388
H-Index - 100
ISSN - 2198-3844
DOI - 10.1002/advs.202070037
Subject(s) - nanocomposite , materials science , nanoparticle , polymer , nanotechnology , chemical engineering , composite material , engineering
In article number 1903464, Nancy R. Sottos and co‐workers demonstrate enhanced mechanical activation with mechanophore‐functionalized nanoparticles. Interfacially located mechanophores activate at lower strain and stress compared to mechanophores linked to polymer chains.