Liquid Crystal Fibers of Bent-Core Molecules
Technical paper about a study of the ability of liquid crystal molecules to form stable fluid fibers and bridges, and the mechanical effects such as horizontal and transversal vibrations under electric field of bent-shaped (banana) liquid crystal fibers, which may make these fibers suitable for the development of artificial muscle tissue. Authors: C. Jakli, D. Kruerki and G.G. Nair.