This review focuses on supramolecular gelation that exhibits unique optical functionality through the highly ordered aggregation of low-molecular-weight compounds. The supramolecular gels can be applied to improve the functionality of polymer materials through nanofibrillar network formation, while maintaining transparency. We discuss concepts and methods for manufacturing supramolecular gels, their optical characteristics and their applications for light management technology.
- Hirotaka Ihara
- Makoto Takafuji
- Yutaka Kuwahara