Journal
POLYMERS
Volume 15, Issue 17, Pages -Publisher
MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/polym15173595
Keywords
photoactuation; PDMS; elastomeric microstructure array; crosstalk; actuation efficiency
Categories
Ask authors/readers for more resources
Novel generations of photoactuated pens were introduced, and the impact of pen architecture on photoactuation efficiency and crosstalk was explored through simulations and experiments. The new design allowed for improved control over individual pens, reducing the influence of neighboring pens. The research results suggest novel applications of photoactive composite films in various fields.
Photoactuated pens have emerged as promising tools for expedient, mask-free, and versatile nanomanufacturing. However, the challenge of effectively controlling individual pens in large arrays for high-throughput patterning has been a significant hurdle. In this study, we introduce novel generations of photoactuated pens and explore the impact of pen architecture on photoactuation efficiency and crosstalk through simulations and experiments. By introducing a thermal insulating layer and incorporating an air ap in the architecture design, we have achieved the separation of pens into independent units. This new design allowed for improved control over the actuation behavior of individual pens, markedly reducing the influence of neighboring pens. The results of our research suggest novel applications of photoactive composite films as advanced actuators across diverse fields, including lithography, adaptive optics, and soft robotics.
Authors
I am an author on this paper
Click your name to claim this paper and add it to your profile.
Reviews
Recommended
No Data Available