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Adv Sci (Weinh) April 2023 PMID 36793100

Pixelating Responsive Structural Color via a Bioinspired Morphable Concavity Array (MoCA) Composed of 2D Photonic Crystal Elastomer Actuators.

Yi Pan, Chang Li, Xiaoyu Hou, Zhenyu Yang, Mingzhu Li, Ho Cheung Shum

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The overall discussions demonstrate enthusiasm for the biomimetic approach, with posts describing the system as inspired by butterfly wings and focusing on its potential for dynamic visual effects and security features. The tone is generally positive and admiring, especially highlighting the creative use of natural structures to develop advanced soft materials.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most comments express admiration and support for the innovative research, highlighting its inspiration from butterfly wings and its potential applications.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity about the technology, especially emphasizing aspects like dynamic displays, biomimicry, and potential uses in security and camouflage.

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Discussions include specific mentions of the method (e.g., pixelation of structural color, micro concavities) and praise for the collaboration, indicating active interest.

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While some recognize the potential for practical applications, few discuss the broader societal or technological implications, leading to a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • The research introduces a bioinspired, programmable system that creates pixelated, color-changing patterns on soft materials by mimicking butterfly wing structures, enabling dynamic visual displays and security features.
  • The system uses a morphable concavity array made from 2D photonic crystal elastomers, which can switch between concave and flat shapes in response to temperature and solvents, causing angle-dependent color shifts that can be individually controlled via microfluidics.
  • This innovative approach opens up possibilities for advanced soft devices like camouflage skins, wearable sensors, and optical components such as artificial eyes or lenses, by allowing reversible, high-resolution manipulation of surface topography and color.]
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Photonic crystal elastomers, like

Feb 20, 2023 · 21 likes · 6 shares · 34,854 followers View post →
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We got the inspiration from the micro concavities on the butterfly wing to pixelate the structural color via a morphable concavity array. So glad to collaborate with Prof. Mingzhu Li’s group from the institute of chemistry CAS. Thanks all the coauthors! https://t.co/dzquuU5X42 https://t.co/SuBj2p6QTV

Feb 16, 2023 · 11 likes · 1 share · 32 followers View post →
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Pixelating Responsive Structural Color via a Bioinspired Morphable Concavity Array (MoCA) Composed of 2D Photonic Crystal Elastomer Actuators https://t.co/4DmR5o6TV4 https://t.co/sxFH9yT4ej

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Pixelating Responsive Structural Color via a Bioinspired Morphable Concavity Array (MoCA) Composed of 2D Photonic Crystal Elastomer Actuators https://t.co/4DmR5o6TV4 https://t.co/sxFH9yT4ej

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Demonstrating the dynamic display is my favorite part.

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RT @vincentpanyi: We got the inspiration from the micro concavities on the butterfly wing to pixelate the structural color via a morphable…

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@vincentpanyi · X

We got the inspiration from the micro concavities on the butterfly wing to pixelate the structural color via a morphable concavity array. So glad to collaborate with Prof. Mingzhu Li’s group from the institute of chemistry CAS. Thanks all the coauthors! https://t.co/dzquuU5X42 https://t.co/SuBj2p6QTV

Feb 16, 2023 · 11 likes · 1 share · 32 followers View post →