Versatile liquid metal composites constructed using an organic–inorganic hybridization strategy for flexible electronics

a direct-writing method can be used to design electrical-heaters and smart capacitance sensors. In addition, bulk LM layered composites with a biomimetic nacre-like structure exhibit enhanced impact resistance and a flexural modulus of 45 MPa. Furthermore, LM composites can be integrated into an actuator with fast response time and a wireless communication device. This organic-inorganic hybridization strategy breaks the traditional compatibility paradox between high conductivity and uniform dispersion. It not only extends the fundamental knowledge of LM composites, but also paves a sustainable way for constructing multifunctional LM-based electronics, applicable in soft robotics, wearable electronics and smart sensors.