New ‘Superglue’ is the way to seal the deal for stretchable batteries, electronic skin, soft robots

Many creatures in our beautiful nature are adaptable and flexible. They allow us to handle shock and adapt to changing environments.We all know that , Science and Technology is growing by taking ideas from nature,
scientists have started taking cues from nature to create their own synthetic hydra-gel.This Jello-like materials used in everything from medical devices to soft robots,which would allow flexible backbones  for electronics, robots, and even batteries.
Previously, researchers in these fields used an ultraviolet light treatment, but it could take up to an hour or more to attach the surfaces together.But now this new superglue made of superglue’s main ingredient—cyanoacrylate—plus an organic compound that diffuses into the parts being fused, leading to a tough bond without brittle residue left behind.This new glue  let it seep into each layer being pressed together, forming a bond within seconds.This hydrogel bond can hold up to 1 kilogram and stretch up to 2000%,not only can the new adhesive help build devices but it can also be used to deliver drugs through soft, permeable patches that adhere to the skin. Not only that, it also help the researcher to make stretchable batteries and other innovative electronics devices...isn't it cool????

Science has a video that explains the whole process, and it’s truly incredible.

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