Ultrastrong and superamphiphobic structural color composites via synergistic densification of cellulose nanocrystals and aligned nanofibrils

Xinyuan Wan

doi:10.1039/d6nj01578f

January 1, 2026New Journal of Chemistry

Ultrastrong and superamphiphobic structural color composites via synergistic densification of cellulose nanocrystals and aligned nanofibrils

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This research aims to overcome the mechanical brittleness of cellulose nanocrystals in structural color applications.
Utilized chiral nematic cellulose nanocrystals and aligned nanofibrils in composite manufacturing.
Employed a synergistic densification approach for enhanced mechanical properties.
Analyzed the structural color and mechanical performance through standardized testing.
Achieved significant improvement in mechanical strength with a 30% increase in toughness compared to baseline composites.
Observed structural colors with high stability under different environmental conditions, substantiated by testing results.
Demonstrated superamphiphobic properties, with a water contact angle exceeding 150 degrees.

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Demonstrates enhanced mechanical strength in cellulose composites, suggesting improved applications for sustainable photonics.

Abstract

Structural colors derived from chiral nematic cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) hold great promise for sustainable photonics; however, their practical applications are severely impeded by intrinsic mechanical brittleness and extreme vulnerability to...

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