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  • Materials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Multi-shape memory polymers (multi-SMPs) offer significant potential in aerospace, soft robotics, and biomedical fields.
  • Existing preparation methods for multi-SMPs often lack simplicity and versatility for complex shapes.
  • Light-induced shape memory polymers (SMPs) present advantages over thermal-induced ones in practical scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a simple and versatile strategy for preparing light-induced multi-SMPs with complex shapes.
  • To investigate the use of polydopamine (PDA) coatings for light-induced shape memory effects.
  • To explore gradient PDA coatings for controlled photothermal conversion and shape manipulation.

Main Methods:

  • A gradient polydopamine (PDA) coating was applied to a dual-shape memory polymer (dual-SMP) using a time-controlled dipping method.
  • The photothermal conversion properties of PDA coatings with varying thicknesses were analyzed under tunable near-infrared light.
  • Light-induced multishape memory effects were demonstrated using rectangle, triangle, and cross designs of multi-SMPs.

Main Results:

  • A facile approach for creating light-induced multi-SMPs with gradient PDA coatings was successfully established.
  • The photothermal conversion efficiency of PDA coatings was found to be tunable by adjusting coating thickness and near-infrared light intensity.
  • Demonstrated successful shape manipulation and recovery in complex multi-SMP designs, including patterns and intricate shapes.
  • Observed and studied the morphological changes of the PDA coating during the shape-shifting process.

Conclusions:

  • The developed strategy offers a simple, general, and versatile method for fabricating light-induced multi-SMPs with complex geometries.
  • This approach, based on gradient PDA coatings, is applicable to any thermal-responsive dual-SMP.
  • The findings pave the way for highly controllable smart devices and advanced material applications.