Hydrogels for robust thermal management: mechanism and applications

Key Points

• The review assesses hydrogels as innovative materials for thermal management solutions.
• Overview of current design strategies for hydrogels
• Discussion of various applications in thermal management
• Identification of future research directions.
• Hydrogels are effective in managing heat due to their unique properties.
• They can be applied in multiple fields such as electronics and automotive.
• Future developments may enhance their performance and broaden their use.