Smart Light–Responsive Materials: Azobenzene–Containing Polymers and Liquid Crystals

by Tomiki Ikeda (Editor), Y. Zhao (Editor)

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  Illustrated
  2009

  $181.22

  This book reviews the cutting-edge significant research in the field of smart light-responsive materials based on azobenzene polymers and liquid crystals. Emphasis is placed on the discovery of new phenomena from the past 5 years, their underlying mechanisms, new functionalities, and properties achieved through rational design.