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Coupling magnetic and plasmonic anisotropy in hybrid nanorods for mechanochromic responses

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  • Zhiwei Li

    (University of California)

  • Jianbo Jin

    (University of California)

  • Fan Yang

    (University of California)

  • Ningning Song

    (University of California)

  • Yadong Yin

    (University of California)

Abstract

Mechanochromic response is of great importance in designing bionic robot systems and colorimetric devices. Unfortunately, compared to mimicking motions of natural creatures, fabricating mechanochromic systems with programmable colorimetric responses remains challenging. Herein, we report the development of unconventional mechanochromic films based on hybrid nanorods integrated with magnetic and plasmonic anisotropy. Magnetic-plasmonic hybrid nanorods have been synthesized through a unique space-confined seed-mediated process, which represents an open platform for preparing next-generation complex nanostructures. By coupling magnetic and plasmonic anisotropy, the plasmonic excitation of the hybrid nanorods could be collectively regulated using magnetic fields. It facilitates convenient incorporation of the hybrid nanorods into polymer films with a well-controlled orientation and enables sensitive colorimetric changes in response to linear and angular motions. The combination of unique synthesis and convenient magnetic alignment provides an advanced approach for designing programmable mechanochromic devices with the desired precision, flexibility, and scalability.

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  • Zhiwei Li & Jianbo Jin & Fan Yang & Ningning Song & Yadong Yin, 2020. "Coupling magnetic and plasmonic anisotropy in hybrid nanorods for mechanochromic responses," Nature Communications, Nature, vol. 11(1), pages 1-11, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:nat:natcom:v:11:y:2020:i:1:d:10.1038_s41467-020-16678-8
    DOI: 10.1038/s41467-020-16678-8
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