Recent progress and trends in developing polymer ferroelectrics

IF 26.1 1区化学 Q1 POLYMER SCIENCE

Progress in Polymer Science Pub Date : 2025-09-23 DOI:10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2025.102028

Fan Ye , Satoshi Aya , Mingjun Huang

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In polymer ferroelectrics, spontaneous polarization is linked to the symmetry breaking of permanent dipolar elements, which usually arises from strong dipolar interactions or introduced chirality. Recently, there have been rapid and significant advances in understanding how molecular design and dipolar interactions dictate ferroelectric order in the soft matter field. These insights could greatly enhance our comprehension of polymer ferroelectrics and prompt a reevaluation of their design principles. In this review, we explore the origins of ferroelectricity in polymers, highlighting the critical role of dipolar interactions. We present a comprehensive collection and categorization of all polymer ferroelectrics, including both fluorinated and non-fluorinated systems. Additionally, we discuss domain size, domain wall, and topological engineering of polymer ferroelectrics, followed by an examination of representative and emerging applications. Finally, we offer perspectives on the future development of polymer ferroelectrics, focusing on novel non-fluorinated polymer systems, the flexible tuning of physical properties and performance, and the precise control of topology and polarization distribution.

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Progress in Polymer Science 化学-高分子科学

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48.70

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1.10%

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38 days

期刊介绍： Progress in Polymer Science is a journal that publishes state-of-the-art overview articles in the field of polymer science and engineering. These articles are written by internationally recognized authorities in the discipline, making it a valuable resource for staying up-to-date with the latest developments in this rapidly growing field. The journal serves as a link between original articles, innovations published in patents, and the most current knowledge of technology. It covers a wide range of topics within the traditional fields of polymer science, including chemistry, physics, and engineering involving polymers. Additionally, it explores interdisciplinary developing fields such as functional and specialty polymers, biomaterials, polymers in drug delivery, polymers in electronic applications, composites, conducting polymers, liquid crystalline materials, and the interphases between polymers and ceramics. The journal also highlights new fabrication techniques that are making significant contributions to the field. The subject areas covered by Progress in Polymer Science include biomaterials, materials chemistry, organic chemistry, polymers and plastics, surfaces, coatings and films, and nanotechnology. The journal is indexed and abstracted in various databases, including Materials Science Citation Index, Chemical Abstracts, Engineering Index, Current Contents, FIZ Karlsruhe, Scopus, and INSPEC.