Revolutionary Liquid Metal Enables Smart Devices Without Binding Agents.

Chinese scientists have developed a new method of applying liquid metal to surfaces such as paper and plastic, transforming these everyday materials into potential “smart devices.” The method involves adjusting pressure rather than using a binding material, enabling the liquid metal to adhere to surfaces, a previously challenging task due to high surface tension. The technique may have applications in wearable testing platforms, flexible devices, and soft robotics. The researchers plan to broaden the application to diverse surfaces and construct smart devices from materials treated by this method.