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Science 16 August 1996:
Vol. 273. no. 5277, pp. 909 - 912
DOI: 10.1126/science.273.5277.909
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Device Applications of Side-Chain Ferroelectric Liquid Crystalline Polymer Films

K. M. Blackwood

Side-chain ferroelectric liquid crystalline polymers are currently used in a number of applications, including displays and electrical sensors. Comparisons with existing technologies and materials indicate that relative to ceramics, such polymers have lower figures of merit but offer greater durability in sensor applications.

The author is with the Defence Research Agency, St. Andrews Road, Great Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3PS, UK.




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