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Advances in Soft Mechanocaloric Materials
Xiujun Fan1, Songyue Chen1, Farid Manshaii1
1Department of Bioengineering, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California 90095, USA.
Abstract:
The development of soft mechanocaloric materials is becoming increasingly important due to the growing demand for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly thermoregulation solutions. Here the mechanocaloric effects in soft materials, which can convert mechanical energy into heat energy, is discussed, and their applications in sensing, therapeutics, and thermoregulation is explored. It begins by introducing the principles of the mechanocaloric effect and recent advances in its study within soft materials' systems. Then applications of mechanocaloric effects in personalized healthcare and sustainable energy is explored. Finally, the importance of identifying soft materials with high mechanocaloric coefficients and low manufacturing costs is emphasized to broaden their applicability. Additionally, a comprehensive perspective on mechanocaloric effects is provided for both heating and cooling applications, emphasizing the transformative potential of soft mechanocaloric materials in various fields.
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