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Self-assembled materials for space-based photonics
Lalli, JH., Hill, AB., Davis, BA., Mecham, JB., Claus, R. O., & Goff, RM. (2004). Self-assembled materials for space-based photonics. In EW. Taylor (Ed.), Photonics for space environments IX (pp. 23-27). SPIE-INT SOC OPTICAL ENGINEERING. https://doi.org/10.1117/12.557588
This paper presents an update concerning the properties of a new class of nanostructured materials that exhibit the combined properties of low mechanical modulus and high electrical conductivity. Such "Metal Rubber(TM)" materials are formed by molecular-level self-assembly processes. Material synthesis and properties are described. Potential applications for space-based photonics and electronics are in flexible polymer-based electrodes and opto-electronic devices.