Improved ionic and mechanical properties of ion-exchange membrane with an ionic silica network for high-performance ionic polymer-metal composites

• Published in: Journal of industrial and engineering chemistry (Seoul, Korea) Vol. 122; pp. 79 - 89
• Main Authors: Lee, Sangwoon, Choi, Young Eun, Lee, Jang Yeol, Yang, Taewook, Jho, Jae Young, Park, Jong Hyuk
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 25.06.2023; 한국공업화학회
• Subjects: Electroactive polymer; Ion-exchange membrane; Ionic polymer-metal composites; Ionic silica network; Soft actuator; 화학공학; Ion-exchange membrane; Electroactive polymer; Ionic silica network; Ionic polymer-metal composites; Soft actuator

[Display omitted] Ion-exchange membranes considerably affect the actuation of ionic polymer–metal composites (IPMCs) through ion movement under an applied voltage. To enhance the performances of IPMCs, previous studies have increased the ionic content of the ion-exchange membrane, thereby improving...