Stretchable Conductors Based on Silver Nanowires: Improved Performance through a Binary Network Design

Abstract

Stretching the role of a conductor: A new kind of polyurethane sponge–Ag nanowire–poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PUS-AgNW-PDMS) stretchable conductors can be easily fabricated based on a novel binary network structure design, which greatly enhances their electronic performance. These PUS-AgNW-PDMS elastomeric conductors show improved electromechanical stability compared to previously reported stretchable conductors. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.