Abstract
Magnetically-actuated functional gradient nanocomposites can be locally modulated to generate unprecedented mechanical gradients applied to various interfaces and surfaces following the design principles of natural biological materials. Several thus-far-inaccessible biomimics including a strong and ultra-durable interface mimicking the tooth dentin-enamel junction, a wear-resistant and long-lasting surface coating mimicking biological skins, and flexible yet structurally-stable micropillars mimicking the adhesive setae of insects are demonstrated.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 869-877 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Materials Horizons |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 2017 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Materials Science
- Mechanics of Materials
- Process Chemistry and Technology
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering