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Researchers developed an adaptive multispectral mechano-optical system using acrylic dielectric elastomer/silver nanowire films. This system offers tunable transparency and opacity across visible to microwave frequencies, inspired by cephalopod skin.

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  • Materials Science
  • Optoelectronics
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Multiband electromagnetic (EM) applications require adaptable mechano-optical systems with broad spectral response.
  • Existing systems often exhibit wavelength-dependent responses, limiting their dynamic tunability.
  • Cephalopod skin provides inspiration for adaptive material design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an adaptive multispectral mechano-optical system with on-demand adaptability.
  • To achieve tunable transparency and opacity across visible to microwave spectra.
  • To mimic cephalopod skin's adaptive capabilities for advanced EM applications.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of bilayer acrylic dielectric elastomer (ADE)/silver nanowire (AgNW) films.
  • Mechanical contraction and stretching to reconfigure surface morphology between wrinkles and cracks.
  • Analysis of morphological evolution's effect on visible-infrared light transmission/reflection and microwave characteristics.

Main Results:

  • The system exhibits switching between transparency and opacity across visible-infrared-microwave spectra.
  • Continuous regulation of optical and microwave properties was achieved.
  • Demonstrated a wide spectral window (0.38–15.5 μm and 24,200–36,600 μm), excellent recyclability (500 cycles), and rapid response (<1 s).

Conclusions:

  • The developed mechano-optical system offers unprecedented adaptability and a broad spectral range.
  • Potential applications include smart windows, switchable EM devices, dynamic thermal management, and adaptive visual stealth.
  • The system's bio-inspired design and performance metrics pave the way for novel adaptive EM technologies.