Fig. 3: Mechanical properties of the PDMS-MMT-L nanocomposite.
From: Stiff and tough PDMS-MMT layered nanocomposites visualized by AIE luminogens
a Stress-strain curves of pure PDMS, PDMS-MMT-R, and PDMS-MMT-L nanocomposites. Dashed lines represent for the notched samples. b Comparison of the Young’s modulus and toughness among pure PDMS, PDMS-MMT-R, and PDMS-MMT-L nanocomposites. Error bars are mean ± SD. c Comparison of toughness and Young’s modulus among pure PDMS, PDMS-MMT-R, PDMS-MMT-L nanocomposite, and some artificial and natural soft materials. PDMS-MMT-L boosts the mechanical properties to a level comparable to natural materials.
