Multi-responsive and self-sensing flexible actuators based on conductive polypyrrole/poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) hydrogels

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• Enhanced actuation capabilities are observed in the developed multi-responsive flexible actuators, resulting in improved functionality.
• The most significant improvement in actuation is reported at room temperature for the conductive polypyrrole/poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) hydrogels.
• Analysis of the hydrogel composition reveals how the materials respond to multiple stimuli, making them versatile for various applications.
• These findings highlight innovative possibilities for soft robotics and flexible electronics, emphasizing the need for further exploration in this domain.