Diagram of Cross-Linked Copper Complex in Polymer (IMAGE)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Diagram of Cross-Linked Copper Complex in Polymer

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The copper mechanophore links two polymer chains together. When the polymer is stretched (force = F), the mechanophore glows brighter.

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